What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Pakenham?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Pakenham is to train via Town Hall Station which costs $6 and takes 1h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Pakenham?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Pakenham is to drive which takes 44 min and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Central Station and Pakenham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Flinder St Station/Flinders St station and arriving at Pakenham Station/Railway Ave station. Services depart three times a day, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne Central Station and Pakenham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Flinders Street Station station and arriving at Pakenham Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from Melbourne Central Station to Pakenham?

The distance between Melbourne Central Station and Pakenham is 58 km. The road distance is 58.9 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne Central Station to Pakenham without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Pakenham without a car is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs $8 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne Central Station to Pakenham?

The train from Flinders Street Station to Pakenham Station takes 57 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Central Station to Pakenham bus from?

Melbourne Central Station to Pakenham bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Flinder St Station/Flinders St.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Central Station to Pakenham train from?

Melbourne Central Station to Pakenham train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Flinders Street Station.

Train or bus from Melbourne Central Station to Pakenham?

The best way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Pakenham is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs $8 - $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1 - $14 and takes 1h 12m.

Where does the Melbourne Central Station to Pakenham bus arrive?

Melbourne Central Station to Pakenham bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Pakenham Station/Railway Ave.

Where does the Melbourne Central Station to Pakenham train arrive?

Melbourne Central Station to Pakenham train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Pakenham Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne Central Station to Pakenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Central Station to Pakenham is 59 km. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Melbourne Central Station to Pakenham.

Where can I stay near Pakenham?

There are 203+ hotels available in Pakenham.

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There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne Central Station to Pakenham by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Pakenham Stationtrain Traralgon
1h 12m
$8–12
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Flinder St Station/Flinders St to Pakenham Station/Railway Avebus Traralgon
1h 12m
$1–14
Drive 58.9 km
1. Drive from Melbourne Central Station to Pakenhamcar 58.9 km
44 min
$11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Central Station to Pakenhamtaxi 58.9 km
44 min
$140–180
Train via Town Hall Station
1. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Pakenham Stationtrain Pakenham
1h 19m
$6

Melbourne Central Station to Pakenham by foot and train

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Distance: 58.1 km
Duration: 1h 12m

What companies run services between Melbourne Central Station, VIC, Australia and Pakenham, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Flinders Street Station to Pakenham Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 57 min. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Flinder St Station/Flinders St to Pakenham Station/Railway Ave 3 times a day. Tickets cost $1–14 and the journey takes 58 min.

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