The average train between Elsternwick and Pakenham takes 1h 26m and the fastest train takes 1h 17m. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Elsternwick to Pakenham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 20 minutes between Elsternwick and Pakenham. The earliest departure is at 5:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Elsternwick is at 11:30 PM which arrives into Pakenham at 1:17 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

1h 28m • 1 change

1h 26m • 1 change

1h 25m • 1 change

1h 30m • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from Elsternwick to Pakenham? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Elsternwick to Pakenham. However, there are services departing from Elsternwick station and arriving at Pakenham station via Pakenham Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.
Elsternwick to Pakenham train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from South Yarra Station.
Elsternwick to Pakenham train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Pakenham Station.
The distance between Elsternwick and Pakenham is 45.8 km. The road distance is 58 km.
Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from South Yarra Station to Pakenham Station every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 4m.