What is the cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Yarra Junction?

The cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Yarra Junction is to drive which costs $8 - $12 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Pakenham to Yarra Junction?

The fastest way to get from Pakenham to Yarra Junction is to drive which takes 46 min and costs $8 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Pakenham and Yarra Junction?

No, there is no direct bus from Pakenham station to Yarra Junction. However, there are services departing from Dandenong Station/Foster St and arriving at Yarra Junction Post Office/Warburton Hwy via Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy and Lilydale Station/Main St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Pakenham to Yarra Junction?

The distance between Pakenham and Yarra Junction is 117 km. The road distance is 44.9 km.

How do I travel from Pakenham to Yarra Junction without a car?

The best way to get from Pakenham to Yarra Junction without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 58m and costs $18.

How long does it take to get from Pakenham to Yarra Junction?

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Pakenham to Yarra Junction, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Yarra Junction bus from?

Pakenham to Yarra Junction bus services, operated by Public Transport Victoria, depart from Dandenong Station/Foster St.

Where does the Pakenham to Yarra Junction bus arrive?

Pakenham to Yarra Junction bus services, operated by Public Transport Victoria, arrive at Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy.

Can I drive from Pakenham to Yarra Junction?

Yes, the driving distance between Pakenham to Yarra Junction is 45 km. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Pakenham to Yarra Junction.

Where can I stay near Yarra Junction?

There are 284+ hotels available in Yarra Junction.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Richmond Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Richmond Station to Lilydale Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Lilydale Station/Main St to Yarra Junction Post Office/Warburton Hwybus 683
2h 58m
$18
Drive 44.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Pakenham to Yarra Junctioncar 44.9 km
46 min
$9–12
Bus via Dandenong Station
1. Take the bus from Dandenong Station/Foster St to Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwybus 901
2. Take the bus from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy to Lilydale Station/West William Stbus 670 / ...
3. Take the bus from Lilydale Station/Main St to Yarra Junction Post Office/Warburton Hwybus 683
3h 7m
$24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pakenham to Yarra Junctiontaxi 44.9 km
46 min
$110–140
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave to Gembrook Rd/Main Stbus 840
2. Take the bus from Gembrook Rd/Main St to Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rdbus 695
3. Take the bus from Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd to Lilydale Station/West William Stbus 663
4. Take the bus from Lilydale Station/Main St to Yarra Junction Post Office/Warburton Hwybus 683
3h 24m
$12

Pakenham to Yarra Junction by train and bus

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2h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 117.1 km
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Pakenham, VIC, Australia and Yarra Junction, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Pakenham Station to Yarra Junction Post Office/Warburton Hwy via Dandenong Station, Dandenong Station/Foster St, Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy, Lilydale Station/West William St, and Lilydale Station/Main St in around 3h 7m.

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