What is the cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Melbourne Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Melbourne Central Station is to train which costs $6 and takes 1h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pakenham to Melbourne Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Pakenham to Melbourne Central Station is to drive which takes 46 min and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Pakenham and Melbourne Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave station and arriving at Flinder St Station/Flinders St station. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

Is there a direct train between Pakenham and Melbourne Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pakenham Station station and arriving at Town Hall Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Pakenham to Melbourne Central Station?

The distance between Pakenham and Melbourne Central Station is 58 km. The road distance is 58.6 km.

How do I travel from Pakenham to Melbourne Central Station without a car?

The best way to get from Pakenham to Melbourne Central Station without a car is to train via Richmond Station which takes 1h 1m and costs $14 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Pakenham to Melbourne Central Station?

It takes approximately 1h 1m to get from Pakenham to Melbourne Central Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Melbourne Central Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Melbourne Central Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Pakenham to Melbourne Central Station?

The best way to get from Pakenham to Melbourne Central Station is to train via Richmond Station which takes 1h 1m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1 - $13 and takes 1h 11m.

Where does the Pakenham to Melbourne Central Station bus arrive?

Pakenham to Melbourne Central Station bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Flinder St Station/Flinders St.

Where does the Pakenham to Melbourne Central Station train arrive?

Pakenham to Melbourne Central Station train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Richmond Station.

Can I drive from Pakenham to Melbourne Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Pakenham to Melbourne Central Station is 59 km. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Pakenham to Melbourne Central Station.

Where can I stay near Melbourne Central Station?

There are 5289+ hotels available in Melbourne Central Station.

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There are 5 ways to get from Pakenham to Melbourne Central Station by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via Richmond Station
best
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Richmond Stationtrain Traralgon
1h 1m
$14–17
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave to Flinder St Station/Flinders Stbus Traralgon
1h 11m
$1–13
Drive 58.6 km
1. Drive from Pakenham to Melbourne Central Stationcar 58.6 km
46 min
$11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pakenham to Melbourne Central Stationtaxi 58.6 km
46 min
$140–170
Train
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Town Hall Stationtrain Pakenham
1h 20m
$6

Pakenham to Melbourne Central Station by train

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Distance: 57.8 km
Duration: 1h 1m

What companies run services between Pakenham, VIC, Australia and Melbourne Central Station, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Pakenham Station to Richmond Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 53 min. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave to Flinder St Station/Flinders St once daily. Tickets cost $1–13 and the journey takes 57 min.

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