What is the cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Dandenong?

The cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Dandenong is to drive which costs $4 - $8 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Pakenham to Dandenong?

The fastest way to get from Pakenham to Dandenong is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs $70 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Pakenham and Dandenong?

No, there is no direct bus from Pakenham to Dandenong. However, there are services departing from McGregor Rd/Princes Hwy and arriving at Allan St/Cheltenham Rd via Fountain Gate SC/Overland Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Pakenham and Dandenong?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pakenham Station station and arriving at Dandenong Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Pakenham to Dandenong?

The distance between Pakenham and Dandenong is 27 km. The road distance is 27.4 km.

How do I travel from Pakenham to Dandenong without a car?

The best way to get from Pakenham to Dandenong without a car is to train which takes 28 min and costs $5 - $11.

How long does it take to get from Pakenham to Dandenong?

The train from Pakenham Station to Dandenong Station takes 28 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Dandenong bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Dandenong train from?

Pakenham to Dandenong train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Pakenham Station.

Train or bus from Pakenham to Dandenong?

The best way to get from Pakenham to Dandenong is to train which takes 28 min and costs $5 - $11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $9 - $12 and takes 1h 24m.

Where does the Pakenham to Dandenong bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pakenham to Dandenong train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pakenham to Dandenong?

Yes, the driving distance between Pakenham to Dandenong is 27 km. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Pakenham to Dandenong.

Where can I stay near Dandenong?

There are 931+ hotels available in Dandenong.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Dandenong Stationtrain Pakenham
28 min
$5–11
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 Allan St/Cheltenham Rdbus 828
1h 24m
$9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pakenham to Dandenongtaxi 27.4 km
24 min
$70–85
Drive 27.4 km
1. Drive from Pakenham to Dandenongcar 27.4 km
24 min
$5–8

Pakenham to Dandenong by train

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Distance: 27 km
Duration: 28 min

What companies run services between Pakenham, VIC, Australia and Dandenong, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Pakenham Station to Dandenong Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 28 min. V/Line also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from McGregor Rd/Princes Hwy to Allan St/Cheltenham Rd via Fountain Gate SC/Overland Dr in around 1h 24m.

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