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

The cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Preston is to train and line 903 bus which costs $12 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pakenham to Preston is to drive which takes 51 min and costs $11 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Pakenham and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Pakenham station to Preston. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave and arriving at Mihil St/Victoria St via Swan St/Punt Rd and Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pde. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Pakenham and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Pakenham station to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station and arriving at Preston Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Pakenham to Preston?

The distance between Pakenham and Preston is 72 km. The road distance is 61.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Pakenham to Preston without a car is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs $14 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Pakenham to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Preston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Pakenham to Preston?

The best way to get from Pakenham to Preston is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus and line 251 bus, which costs $6 - $19 and takes 1h 52m.

Where does the Pakenham to Preston bus arrive?

Pakenham to Preston bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Richmond Station/Punt Rd.

Where does the Pakenham to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pakenham to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Pakenham to Preston is 62 km. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Pakenham to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 5195+ hotels available in Preston.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Traralgon
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Preston Stationtrain Mernda
1h 38m
$14–17
Bus, line 251 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave to Richmond Station/Punt Rdbus Traralgon
2. Take the bus from Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pde to Mihil St/Victoria Stbus 251
1h 52m
$7–19
Drive 61.9 km
1. Drive from Pakenham to Prestoncar 61.9 km
51 min
$12–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pakenham to Prestontaxi 61.9 km
51 min
$150–180
Train, line 903 bus
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Oakleigh Stationtrain Pakenham
2. Take the bus from Oakleigh Station/Portman St to Kallista Ct/Murray Rdbus 903
2h 47m
$12

Pakenham to Preston by train

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Distance: 72 km
Duration: 1h 38m

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

You can take a train from Pakenham Station to Preston Station via Flinders Street Station in around 1h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave to Mihil St/Victoria St via Richmond Station/Punt Rd, Swan St/Punt Rd, and Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pde in around 1h 52m.

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