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

The cheapest way to get from Darwin to Pakenham is to fly and train which costs $310 - $750 and takes 9h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darwin to Pakenham is to fly and train which takes 9h 8m and costs $310 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Darwin and Pakenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Darwin to Pakenham station. However, there are services departing from Darwin and arriving at Pakenham Station/Railway Ave via Alice Springs, Adelaide and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 7h.

How far is it from Darwin to Pakenham?

The distance between Darwin and Pakenham is 3230 km. The road distance is 3794.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Darwin to Pakenham without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 7h and costs $500 - $1,200.

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

It takes approximately 9h 8m to get from Darwin to Pakenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darwin to Pakenham bus from?

Darwin to Pakenham bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Darwin station.

Where does the Darwin to Pakenham bus arrive?

Darwin to Pakenham bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Alice Springs station.

What is the time difference between Darwin and Pakenham?

Pakenham is 30 min ahead of Darwin. It is currently 2:27 PM in Darwin and 2:57 PM in Pakenham.

Can I drive from Darwin to Pakenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Darwin to Pakenham is 3795 km. It takes approximately 37h 57m to drive from Darwin to Pakenham.

Where can I stay near Pakenham?

There are 195+ hotels available in Pakenham.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Darwin to Pakenham by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), 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 to Melbourne Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane DRW - MEL
2. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Pakenham Stationtrain
9h 8m
$310–740
Bus
1. Take the bus from Darwin to Alice Springsbus
2. Take the bus from Alice Springs to Adelaidebus
3. Take the bus from Adelaide to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus
4. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Pakenham Station/Railway Avebus
2d 7h
$536–1,106
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Darwin to Alice Springstrain
2. Take the bus from Alice Springs to Adelaidebus
3. Take the bus from Currie Street, Stop D1 to Murray Bridge stationbus
4. Take the train from Murray Bridge Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
5. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Pakenham Stationtrain
2d 11h
$2,636–3,136
Drive 3,794.7 km
1. Drive from Darwin to Pakenhamcar 3,794.7 km
37h 57m
$676–976
Fly to Avalon Airport, train
1. Fly from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane DRW - AVV
2. Take the train from Lara Station to Footscray Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Pakenham Stationtrain
13h 20m
$440–1,424

Darwin to Pakenham by bus

3Weekly Buses

2d 7hAverage Duration

$536Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 3,230.5 km
Duration: 9h 8m

What companies run services between Darwin, NT, Australia and Pakenham, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Darwin to Pakenham Station/Railway Ave via Alice Springs, Adelaide, Southern Cross Coach Terminal, and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 2d 7h.

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