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

The cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Eltham is to train and bus which costs $12 and takes 2h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pakenham to Eltham is to drive which takes 51 min and costs $13 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between Pakenham and Eltham?

No, there is no direct bus from Pakenham to Eltham. However, there are services departing from McGregor Rd/Princes Hwy and arriving at Mt Pleasant Rd/Main Rd via Fountain Gate SC/Overland Dr and Cheltenham Rd/Springvale Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Pakenham and Eltham?

No, there is no direct train from Pakenham station to Eltham station. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station and arriving at Eltham Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Pakenham to Eltham?

The distance between Pakenham and Eltham is 65 km. The road distance is 60.8 km.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Eltham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Eltham train from?

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

Train or bus from Pakenham to Eltham?

The best way to get from Pakenham to Eltham is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $15 - $18 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Pakenham to Eltham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pakenham to Eltham train arrive?

Pakenham to Eltham train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Flinders Street Station.

Can I drive from Pakenham to Eltham?

Yes, the driving distance between Pakenham to Eltham is 61 km. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Pakenham to Eltham.

Where can I stay near Eltham?

There are 5306+ hotels available in Eltham.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Springvale Stationtrain Pakenham
2. Take the bus from Springvale Station/Springvale Rd to Mt Pleasant Rd/Main Rdbus 902
2h 1m
$12
Train
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Traralgon
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Eltham Stationtrain Hurstbridge
2h 12m
$18
Drive 60.8 km
1. Drive from Pakenham to Elthamcar 60.8 km
51 min
$14–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pakenham to Elthamtaxi 60.8 km
51 min
$140–180
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 Springvale Rd/Cheltenham Rdbus 828
3. Take the bus from Cheltenham Rd/Springvale Rd to Mt Pleasant Rd/Main Rdbus 902
3h 20m
$15–18

Pakenham to Eltham by train and bus

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Distance: 64.5 km
Duration: 2h 1m

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

You can take a train from Pakenham Station to Antoinette Bvd/Main Rd via Flinders Street Station, Eltham Station, and Eltham Station/Main Rd in around 2h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from McGregor Rd/Princes Hwy to Mt Pleasant Rd/Main Rd via Fountain Gate SC/Overland Dr, Springvale Rd/Cheltenham Rd, and Cheltenham Rd/Springvale Rd in around 3h 20m.

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