What is the cheapest way to get from Phillip Island to Pakenham?

The cheapest way to get from Phillip Island to Pakenham is to bus which costs $3 - $15 and takes 2h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Phillip Island to Pakenham?

The fastest way to get from Phillip Island to Pakenham is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Phillip Island and Pakenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Phillip Island to Pakenham. However, there are services departing from Ventnor Beach Rd/Gap Rd and arriving at St Patricks PS/Princes Hwy via Cowes Transit Centre/Church St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Phillip Island to Pakenham?

The distance between Phillip Island and Pakenham is 89 km. The road distance is 80.4 km.

How do I travel from Phillip Island to Pakenham without a car?

The best way to get from Phillip Island to Pakenham without a car is to bus which takes 2h 24m and costs $3 - $15.

How long does it take to get from Phillip Island to Pakenham?

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Phillip Island to Pakenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Phillip Island to Pakenham bus from?

Phillip Island to Pakenham bus services, operated by Regional Transit, depart from Cowes Transit Centre/Church St station.

Where does the Phillip Island to Pakenham bus arrive?

Phillip Island to Pakenham bus services, operated by Regional Transit, arrive at St Patricks PS/Princes Hwy station.

Can I drive from Phillip Island to Pakenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Phillip Island to Pakenham is 80 km. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Phillip Island to Pakenham.

Where can I stay near Pakenham?

There are 200+ hotels available in Pakenham.

Phillip Island to Pakenham - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Phillip Island to Pakenham by bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the bus from Cowes Transit Centre/Church St to St Patricks PS/Princes Hwybus Fountain Gate - Cowes Via San Remo, Pakenham
2h 24m
$3–14
Drive 80.4 km
1. Drive from Phillip Island to Pakenhamcar 80.4 km
1h 3m
$15–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Phillip Island to Pakenhamtaxi 80.4 km
1h 3m
$190–240
Bus via Dandenong Station/Foster St
1. Take the bus from Ventnor Beach Rd/Gap Rd to Dandenong Station/Foster Stbus Coach
2h 43m
$7–27

Phillip Island to Pakenham by bus

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Distance: 89 km
Duration: 2h 24m

What companies run services between Phillip Island, VIC, Australia and Pakenham, VIC, Australia?

Regional Transit operates a bus from Cowes Transit Centre/Church St to St Patricks PS/Princes Hwy once a week. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 1h 17m.

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