What is the cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Caroline Springs?

The cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Caroline Springs is to train via Watergardens Station/Watergardens Circuit Rd which costs $12 and takes 2h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pakenham to Caroline Springs?

The fastest way to get from Pakenham to Caroline Springs is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs $14 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Pakenham and Caroline Springs?

No, there is no direct bus from Pakenham station to Caroline Springs. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave and arriving at Brookside Recreation Reserve/Rockbank Middle Rd via Lonsdale St/Spencer St and Sunshine Station/Dickson St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Pakenham and Caroline Springs?

No, there is no direct train from Pakenham station to Caroline Springs station. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station and arriving at Caroline Springs Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Pakenham to Caroline Springs?

The distance between Pakenham and Caroline Springs is 82 km. The road distance is 81.6 km.

How do I travel from Pakenham to Caroline Springs without a car?

The best way to get from Pakenham to Caroline Springs without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs $21 - $29.

How long does it take to get from Pakenham to Caroline Springs?

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Pakenham to Caroline Springs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Caroline Springs bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Caroline Springs train from?

Pakenham to Caroline Springs train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Pakenham Station.

Train or bus from Pakenham to Caroline Springs?

The best way to get from Pakenham to Caroline Springs is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs $21 - $29. Alternatively, you can bus and line 216 bus and line 456 bus, which costs $6 - $20 and takes 2h 48m.

Where does the Pakenham to Caroline Springs bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pakenham to Caroline Springs train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pakenham to Caroline Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Pakenham to Caroline Springs is 82 km. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Pakenham to Caroline Springs.

Where can I stay near Caroline Springs?

There are 4238+ hotels available in Caroline Springs.

Pakenham to Caroline Springs - 5 ways to travel via train, bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Pakenham to Caroline Springs by train, bus, car, or taxi

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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 Caroline Springs Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 15m
$21–28
Bus, line 216 bus, line 456 bus
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1. Take the bus from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
2. Take the bus from Lonsdale St/Spencer St to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 216
3. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Brookside Recreation Reserve/Rockbank Middle Rdbus 456
2h 48m
$7–19
Drive 81.6 km
1. Drive from Pakenham to Caroline Springscar 81.6 km
1h 7m
$15–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pakenham to Caroline Springstaxi 81.6 km
1h 7m
$190–240
Train via Watergardens Station/Watergardens Circuit Rd
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Town Hall Stationtrain Pakenham
2. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Watergardens Stationtrain Sunbury
2h 31m
$12

Pakenham to Caroline Springs by train and bus

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Distance: 82.4 km
Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Pakenham, VIC, Australia and Caroline Springs, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Pakenham Station to The Grove/Caroline Springs Bvd via Southern Cross Station, Caroline Springs Station, and Caroline Springs Station/Christies Rd in around 2h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave to Brookside Recreation Reserve/Rockbank Middle Rd via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Lonsdale St/Spencer St, and Sunshine Station/Dickson St in around 2h 48m.

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