The average train between Geelong and Pakenham takes 2h 42m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Geelong 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 30 minutes between Geelong and Pakenham. The earliest departure is at 6:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Geelong is at 10:55 PM which arrives into Pakenham at 1:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Footscray Station and take an average of 2h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


2h 51m • 2 changes


2h 34m • 2 changes


2h 35m • 2 changes


2h 34m • 2 changes
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No, there is no direct train from Geelong to Pakenham. However, there are services departing from Geelong station and arriving at Pakenham station via Footscray Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.
Geelong to Pakenham train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Geelong Station.
Geelong to Pakenham train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Pakenham Station.
The distance between Geelong and Pakenham is 97.8 km. The road distance is 139 km.
You can take a train from Geelong Station to Pakenham Station via Footscray Station and Town Hall Station in around 2h 32m.