What is the cheapest way to get from Port Melbourne to Pakenham?

The cheapest way to get from Port Melbourne to Pakenham is to train which costs $12 and takes 1h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Melbourne to Pakenham?

The fastest way to get from Port Melbourne to Pakenham is to drive which takes 47 min and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Port Melbourne and Pakenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Port Melbourne to Pakenham station. However, there are services departing from Bay Street Shops/Bay St and arriving at Pakenham Station/Railway Ave via Flinder St Station/Flinders St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Port Melbourne and Pakenham?

No, there is no direct train from Port Melbourne to Pakenham station. However, there are services departing from Graham St/Light Rail #128 and arriving at Pakenham Station via Town Hall Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Port Melbourne to Pakenham?

The distance between Port Melbourne and Pakenham is 61 km. The road distance is 58.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Port Melbourne to Pakenham without a car is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Port Melbourne to Pakenham?

It takes approximately 1h 36m to get from Port Melbourne to Pakenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Port Melbourne to Pakenham bus from?

Port Melbourne to Pakenham bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Flinder St Station/Flinders St.

Where do I catch the Port Melbourne to Pakenham train from?

Port Melbourne to Pakenham train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Town Hall Station.

Train or bus from Port Melbourne to Pakenham?

The best way to get from Port Melbourne to Pakenham is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $20 and takes 2h 20m.

Where does the Port Melbourne to Pakenham bus arrive?

Port Melbourne to Pakenham bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Pakenham Station/Railway Ave.

Where does the Port Melbourne to Pakenham train arrive?

Port Melbourne to Pakenham train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Pakenham Station.

Can I drive from Port Melbourne to Pakenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Melbourne to Pakenham is 58 km. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Port Melbourne to Pakenham.

Where can I stay near Pakenham?

There are 201+ hotels available in Pakenham.

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There are 4 ways to get from Port Melbourne to Pakenham by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Pakenham Stationtrain Pakenham
1h 36m
$12
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Flinder St Station/Flinders St to Pakenham Station/Railway Avebus Traralgon
2h 20m
$7–20
Drive 58.1 km
1. Drive from Port Melbourne to Pakenhamcar 58.1 km
47 min
$11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Port Melbourne to Pakenhamtaxi 58.1 km
47 min
$140–170

Port Melbourne to Pakenham by tram and train

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Distance: 60.6 km
Duration: 1h 36m

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Town Hall Station to Pakenham Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Flinder St Station/Flinders St to Pakenham Station/Railway Ave 3 times a day. Tickets cost $1–14 and the journey takes 58 min.

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