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

The cheapest way to get from South Melbourne to Pakenham is to train which costs $6 and takes 1h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Melbourne to Pakenham is to drive which takes 43 min and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between South Melbourne and Pakenham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Flinder St Station/Flinders St station and arriving at Pakenham Station/Railway Ave station. Services depart three times a day, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

Is there a direct train between South Melbourne and Pakenham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Anzac Station station and arriving at Pakenham Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from South Melbourne to Pakenham?

The distance between South Melbourne and Pakenham is 64 km. The road distance is 58.7 km.

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

The best way to get from South Melbourne to Pakenham without a car is to bus which takes 58 min and costs $1 - $14.

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

The bus from Flinder St Station/Flinders St to Pakenham Station/Railway Ave takes 58 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

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

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

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

South Melbourne to Pakenham train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Anzac Station.

Train or bus from South Melbourne to Pakenham?

The best way to get from South Melbourne to Pakenham is to bus which takes 58 min and costs $1 - $14. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $6 and takes 1h 6m.

Where does the South Melbourne to Pakenham bus arrive?

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

Where does the South Melbourne to Pakenham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Melbourne to Pakenham?

Yes, the driving distance between South Melbourne to Pakenham is 59 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from South Melbourne to Pakenham.

Where can I stay near Pakenham?

There are 200+ hotels available in Pakenham.

South Melbourne to Pakenham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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1. Take the bus from Flinder St Station/Flinders St to Pakenham Station/Railway Avebus Traralgon
58 min
$1–14
Train
1. Take the train from Anzac Station to Pakenham Stationtrain Pakenham
1h 6m
$6
Drive 58.7 km
1. Drive from South Melbourne to Pakenhamcar 58.7 km
43 min
$11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Melbourne to Pakenhamtaxi 58.7 km
43 min
$140–170
Train via Southern Cross Station
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Pakenham Stationtrain Traralgon
1h 44m
$14–18

South Melbourne to Pakenham by bus

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Distance: 63.8 km
Duration: 58 min

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

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. Alternatively, Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Anzac Station to Pakenham Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 6m.

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