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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Pakenham is to train via Sunbury which costs $15 - $19 and takes 4h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Pakenham is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Pakenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester station to Pakenham station. However, there are services departing from Rochester Station/Northern Hwy and arriving at Pakenham Station/Railway Ave via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Pakenham?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester station to Pakenham station. However, there are services departing from Rochester Station and arriving at Pakenham Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Rochester to Pakenham?

The distance between Rochester and Pakenham is 282 km. The road distance is 237.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Pakenham without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs $17 - $26.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Rochester to Pakenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Pakenham bus from?

Rochester to Pakenham bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Rochester Station/Northern Hwy.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Pakenham train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochester to Pakenham?

The best way to get from Rochester to Pakenham is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs $17 - $26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $35 and takes 4h 44m.

Where does the Rochester to Pakenham bus arrive?

Rochester to Pakenham bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where does the Rochester to Pakenham train arrive?

Rochester to Pakenham train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Pakenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Pakenham is 238 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Rochester to Pakenham.

Where can I stay near Pakenham?

There are 203+ hotels available in Pakenham.

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There are 4 ways to get from Rochester to Pakenham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rochester Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Bendigo
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Pakenham Stationtrain Traralgon
4h 38m
$18–25
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rochester Station/Northern Hwy to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Pakenham Station/Railway Avebus Traralgon
4h 44m
$4–35
Drive 237.7 km
1. Drive from Rochester to Pakenhamcar 237.7 km
2h 56m
$43–62
Train via Sunbury
1. Take the train from Rochester Station to Sunbury Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Sunbury Station to Town Hall Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Pakenham Stationtrain
4h 48m
$15–19

Rochester to Pakenham by train

21Weekly Trains

4h 38mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 281.5 km
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a train from Rochester Station to Pakenham Station via Southern Cross Station in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochester Station/Northern Hwy to Pakenham Station/Railway Ave via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 4h 44m.

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