What is the cheapest way to get from North Melbourne to Pakenham?

The cheapest way to get from North Melbourne to Pakenham is to train which costs $6 and takes 1h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from North Melbourne to Pakenham?

The fastest way to get from North Melbourne to Pakenham is to drive which takes 47 min and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between North Melbourne and Pakenham?

No, there is no direct bus from North Melbourne to Pakenham station. However, there are services departing from Abbotsford St/Spencer St and arriving at Pakenham Station/Railway Ave via Flinder St Station/Flinders St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

Is there a direct train between North Melbourne and Pakenham?

No, there is no direct train from North Melbourne station to Pakenham station. However, there are services departing from Arden Station and arriving at Pakenham Station via Town Hall Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from North Melbourne to Pakenham?

The distance between North Melbourne and Pakenham is 60 km. The road distance is 61.3 km.

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

The best way to get from North Melbourne to Pakenham without a car is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from North Melbourne to Pakenham?

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from North Melbourne to Pakenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the North Melbourne to Pakenham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the North Melbourne to Pakenham train from?

North Melbourne to Pakenham train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Town Hall Station.

Train or bus from North Melbourne to Pakenham?

The best way to get from North Melbourne to Pakenham is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs $6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $20 and takes 2h 14m.

Where does the North Melbourne to Pakenham bus arrive?

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

Where does the North Melbourne to Pakenham train arrive?

North Melbourne to Pakenham train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Pakenham Station.

Can I drive from North Melbourne to Pakenham?

Yes, the driving distance between North Melbourne to Pakenham is 61 km. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from North Melbourne to Pakenham.

Where can I stay near Pakenham?

There are 199+ hotels available in Pakenham.

North Melbourne to Pakenham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Pakenham Stationtrain Pakenham
1h 27m
$6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Flinder St Station/Flinders St to Pakenham Station/Railway Avebus Traralgon
2h 14m
$7–20
Drive 61.3 km
1. Drive from North Melbourne to Pakenhamcar 61.3 km
47 min
$11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from North Melbourne to Pakenhamtaxi 61.3 km
47 min
$150–180
Line 57 tram, train
1. Take the tram from Haines St/Abbotsford St #16 to Flinders Streettram 57
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Pakenham Stationtrain Traralgon
1h 45m
$14–18

North Melbourne to Pakenham by train

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Distance: 60.4 km
Duration: 1h 27m

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Town Hall Station to Pakenham Station every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 9m. 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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