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

The cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Hillside is to train which costs $12 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pakenham to Hillside is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs $15 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Pakenham and Hillside?

No, there is no direct bus from Pakenham station to Hillside. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave and arriving at Gourlay Rd/Melton Hwy via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Caroline Springs Station/Christies Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Pakenham and Hillside?

No, there is no direct train from Pakenham station to Hillside station. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station and arriving at Watergardens Station via Town Hall Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Pakenham to Hillside?

The distance between Pakenham and Hillside is 85 km. The road distance is 83.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Pakenham to Hillside without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Pakenham to Hillside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Hillside bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Hillside train from?

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

Train or bus from Pakenham to Hillside?

The best way to get from Pakenham to Hillside is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7 - $30 and takes 3h 21m.

Where does the Pakenham to Hillside bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pakenham to Hillside train arrive?

Pakenham to Hillside train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Town Hall Station.

Can I drive from Pakenham to Hillside?

Yes, the driving distance between Pakenham to Hillside is 84 km. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Pakenham to Hillside.

Where can I stay near Hillside?

There are 3655+ hotels available in Hillside.

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Train
best
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 16m
$12
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Traralgon
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Caroline Springs Station/Christies Rdbus Ballarat
3h 21m
$8–30
Drive 83.8 km
1. Drive from Pakenham to Hillsidecar 83.8 km
1h 9m
$15–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pakenham to Hillsidetaxi 83.8 km
1h 9m
$200–250
Train via Caroline Springs Station
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 27m
$21–28

Pakenham to Hillside by train and bus

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Distance: 84.8 km
Duration: 2h 16m

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

You can take a train from Pakenham Station to Panorama Dr/Melton Hwy via Town Hall Station, Watergardens Station, and Watergardens Station/Watergardens Circuit Rd in around 2h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave to Gourlay Rd/Melton Hwy via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Caroline Springs Station/Christies Rd in around 3h 21m.

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