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

The cheapest way to get from Adelaide to Pakenham is to bus and train which costs $23 - $70 and takes 13h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Adelaide to Pakenham is to fly and train which takes 4h 49m and costs $140 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Adelaide and Pakenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Adelaide to Pakenham station. However, there are services departing from Adelaide and arriving at East Pakenham Station/Sharnet Cct via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Adelaide and Pakenham?

No, there is no direct train from Adelaide station to Pakenham station. However, there are services departing from Adelaide Station and arriving at Pakenham Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 12m.

How far is it from Adelaide to Pakenham?

The distance between Adelaide and Pakenham is 728 km. The road distance is 778.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Adelaide to Pakenham without a car is to train which takes 12h 12m and costs $150 - $390.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Adelaide to Pakenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Pakenham bus from?

Adelaide to Pakenham bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Adelaide station.

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Pakenham train from?

Adelaide to Pakenham train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Adelaide Station.

Train or bus from Adelaide to Pakenham?

The best way to get from Adelaide to Pakenham is to train which takes 12h 12m and costs $150 - $390. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $120 and takes 12h 15m.

Where does the Adelaide to Pakenham bus arrive?

Adelaide to Pakenham bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Adelaide and Pakenham?

Pakenham is 30 min ahead of Adelaide. It is currently 9:04 PM in Adelaide and 9:34 PM in Pakenham.

Where does the Adelaide to Pakenham train arrive?

Adelaide to Pakenham train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Adelaide to Pakenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Adelaide to Pakenham is 779 km. It takes approximately 8h 46m to drive from Adelaide to Pakenham.

Where can I stay near Pakenham?

There are 196+ hotels available in Pakenham.

Adelaide to Pakenham - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Adelaide to Pakenham by plane, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)ADL - MEL
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Pakenham Station
4h 49m
$140–393
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 85 Franklin St to Bendigo Station/Railway Pl
2. Take the train from Bendigo Station to Southern Cross Station
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Pakenham Station
13h 57m
$23–69
Train
1. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Southern Cross StationThe Overland
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Pakenham StationTraralgon
12h 12m
$150–384
Bus
1. Take the bus from Adelaide to Southern Cross Coach TerminalMelbourne
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to East Pakenham Station/Sharnet CctTraralgon
12h 15m
$96–112
Drive 778.5 km
1. Drive from Adelaide to Pakenham778.5 km
8h 46m
$148–213

Adelaide to Pakenham by train

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12h 12mAverage Duration

$150Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Adelaide to Pakenham.

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Distance: 727.7 km
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Adelaide, SA, Australia and Pakenham, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Adelaide Station to Pakenham Station via Southern Cross Station in around 12h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Adelaide to East Pakenham Station/Sharnet Cct via Southern Cross Coach Terminal and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 12h 15m.

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