What is the cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Bacchus Marsh?

The cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Bacchus Marsh is to train via Sunshine West which costs $13 - $17 and takes 2h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pakenham to Bacchus Marsh?

The fastest way to get from Pakenham to Bacchus Marsh is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Pakenham and Bacchus Marsh?

No, there is no direct bus from Pakenham station to Bacchus Marsh. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave and arriving at Main St/Gisborne Rd via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Pakenham and Bacchus Marsh?

No, there is no direct train from Pakenham station to Bacchus Marsh station. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station and arriving at Bacchus Marsh Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Pakenham to Bacchus Marsh?

The distance between Pakenham and Bacchus Marsh is 109 km. The road distance is 109.3 km.

How do I travel from Pakenham to Bacchus Marsh without a car?

The best way to get from Pakenham to Bacchus Marsh without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs $16 - $23.

How long does it take to get from Pakenham to Bacchus Marsh?

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Pakenham to Bacchus Marsh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Bacchus Marsh bus from?

Pakenham to Bacchus Marsh bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Bacchus Marsh train from?

Pakenham to Bacchus Marsh train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Pakenham Station.

Train or bus from Pakenham to Bacchus Marsh?

The best way to get from Pakenham to Bacchus Marsh is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs $16 - $23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1 - $27 and takes 3h 9m.

Where does the Pakenham to Bacchus Marsh bus arrive?

Pakenham to Bacchus Marsh bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where does the Pakenham to Bacchus Marsh train arrive?

Pakenham to Bacchus Marsh train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Pakenham to Bacchus Marsh?

Yes, the driving distance between Pakenham to Bacchus Marsh is 109 km. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Pakenham to Bacchus Marsh.

Where can I stay near Bacchus Marsh?

There are 73+ hotels available in Bacchus Marsh.

Pakenham to Bacchus Marsh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Pakenham to Bacchus Marsh by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Traralgon
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Bacchus Marsh Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 13m
$16–22
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Traralgon
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Main St/Gisborne Rdbus Ballarat
3h 9m
$2–26
Drive 109.3 km
1. Drive from Pakenham to Bacchus Marshcar 109.3 km
1h 27m
$20–29
Train via Sunshine West
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Town Hall Stationtrain Pakenham
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Bacchus Marsh Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 33m
$14–16

Pakenham to Bacchus Marsh by train

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2h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 108.7 km
Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Pakenham, VIC, Australia and Bacchus Marsh, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Pakenham Station to Bacchus Marsh Station via Southern Cross Station in around 2h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave to Main St/Gisborne Rd via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 3h 9m.

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