What is the cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Forest Hill?

The cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Forest Hill is to drive which costs $7 - $12 and takes 34 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Pakenham to Forest Hill?

The fastest way to get from Pakenham to Forest Hill is to drive which takes 34 min and costs $7 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Pakenham and Forest Hill?

No, there is no direct bus from Pakenham station to Forest Hill. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave and arriving at Forest Hill SC/Canterbury Rd via Clayton Station/Carinish Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Pakenham and Forest Hill?

No, there is no direct train from Pakenham station to Forest Hill station. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station and arriving at Nunawading Station via Richmond Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Pakenham to Forest Hill?

The distance between Pakenham and Forest Hill is 47 km. The road distance is 43.4 km.

How do I travel from Pakenham to Forest Hill without a car?

The best way to get from Pakenham to Forest Hill without a car is to train and line 902 bus which takes 1h 26m and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Pakenham to Forest Hill?

It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from Pakenham to Forest Hill, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Forest Hill bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Forest Hill train from?

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

Train or bus from Pakenham to Forest Hill?

The best way to get from Pakenham to Forest Hill is to bus and line 703 bus which takes 1h 27m and costs $6 - $18. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $20 - $24 and takes 1h 47m.

Where does the Pakenham to Forest Hill bus arrive?

Pakenham to Forest Hill bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Clayton Station/Haughton Rd.

Where does the Pakenham to Forest Hill train arrive?

Pakenham to Forest Hill train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Richmond Station.

Can I drive from Pakenham to Forest Hill?

Yes, the driving distance between Pakenham to Forest Hill is 43 km. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Pakenham to Forest Hill.

Where can I stay near Forest Hill?

There are 5190+ hotels available in Forest Hill.

Pakenham to Forest Hill - 5 ways to travel via train, line 902 bus, and bus

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

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Train, line 902 bus
best
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Springvale Stationtrain Pakenham
2. Take the bus from Springvale Station/Springvale Rd to Forest Hill Reserve/Springvale Rdbus 902
1h 26m
$12
Bus, line 703 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave to Clayton Station/Haughton Rdbus Traralgon
2. Take the bus from Clayton Station/Carinish Rd to Forest Hill SC/Canterbury Rdbus 703
1h 27m
$7–18
Train
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Richmond Stationtrain Traralgon
2. Take the train from Richmond Station to Nunawading Stationtrain Belgrave / ...
1h 47m
$20–23
Drive 43.4 km
1. Drive from Pakenham to Forest Hillcar 43.4 km
34 min
$8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pakenham to Forest Hilltaxi 43.4 km
34 min
$100–130

Pakenham to Forest Hill by train and bus

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Distance: 47 km
Duration: 1h 26m

What companies run services between Pakenham, VIC, Australia and Forest Hill, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave to Forest Hill SC/Canterbury Rd via Clayton Station/Haughton Rd and Clayton Station/Carinish Rd in around 1h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Pakenham Station to Canterbury Rd/Springvale Rd via Richmond Station, Nunawading Station, and Nunawading Station/Springvale Rd in around 1h 47m.

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