What is the cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Carrum Downs?

The cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Carrum Downs is to drive which costs $5 - $9 and takes 27 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Pakenham to Carrum Downs?

The fastest way to get from Pakenham to Carrum Downs is to drive which takes 27 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Pakenham and Carrum Downs?

No, there is no direct bus from Pakenham to Carrum Downs. However, there are services departing from McGregor Rd/Princes Hwy and arriving at Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd via Fountain Gate SC/Overland Dr and Dandenong Station/Foster St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Pakenham to Carrum Downs?

The distance between Pakenham and Carrum Downs is 42 km. The road distance is 31.9 km.

How do I travel from Pakenham to Carrum Downs without a car?

The best way to get from Pakenham to Carrum Downs without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 2m and costs $11 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Pakenham to Carrum Downs?

It takes approximately 1h 2m to get from Pakenham to Carrum Downs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Carrum Downs bus from?

Pakenham to Carrum Downs bus services, operated by Public Transport Victoria, depart from McGregor Rd/Princes Hwy station.

Where does the Pakenham to Carrum Downs bus arrive?

Pakenham to Carrum Downs bus services, operated by Public Transport Victoria, arrive at Fountain Gate SC/Overland Dr station.

Can I drive from Pakenham to Carrum Downs?

Yes, the driving distance between Pakenham to Carrum Downs is 32 km. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Pakenham to Carrum Downs.

Where can I stay near Carrum Downs?

There are 632+ hotels available in Carrum Downs.

Pakenham to Carrum Downs - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Pakenham to Carrum Downs by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Dandenong Stationtrain Pakenham
2. Take the bus from Dandenong Station/Foster St to Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rdbus 901
1h 2m
$12
Drive 31.9 km
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1. Drive from Pakenham to Carrum Downscar 31.9 km
27 min
$6–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from McGregor Rd/Princes Hwy to Fountain Gate SC/Overland Drbus 926
2. Take the bus from Fountain Gate SC/Overland Dr to Dandenong Station/Foster Stbus 828 / ...
3. Take the bus from Dandenong Station/Foster St to Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rdbus 901
1h 55m
$15–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pakenham to Carrum Downstaxi 31.9 km
27 min
$80–95

Pakenham to Carrum Downs by train and bus

652Weekly Services

1h 2mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 41.9 km
Duration: 1h 2m

What companies run services between Pakenham, VIC, Australia and Carrum Downs, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from McGregor Rd/Princes Hwy to Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd via Fountain Gate SC/Overland Dr and Dandenong Station/Foster St in around 1h 55m.

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