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

The cheapest way to get from Geelong to Pakenham is to train which costs $14 - $20 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geelong to Pakenham is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Geelong and Pakenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Geelong station to Pakenham station. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station/Railway Tce and arriving at Pakenham Station/Railway Ave via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Geelong and Pakenham?

No, there is no direct train from Geelong station to Pakenham station. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station and arriving at Pakenham Station via Southern Cross Station/Collins St #D14 and Town Hall Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Geelong to Pakenham?

The distance between Geelong and Pakenham is 138 km. The road distance is 129.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Geelong to Pakenham without a car is to train via Melbourne which takes 2h 34m and costs $19 - $22.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Geelong to Pakenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geelong to Pakenham bus from?

Geelong to Pakenham bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Geelong Station/Railway Tce.

Where do I catch the Geelong to Pakenham train from?

Geelong to Pakenham train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Geelong Station.

Train or bus from Geelong to Pakenham?

The best way to get from Geelong to Pakenham is to train via Melbourne which takes 2h 34m and costs $19 - $22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2 - $28 and takes 3h 42m.

Where does the Geelong to Pakenham bus arrive?

Geelong to Pakenham bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where does the Geelong to Pakenham train arrive?

Geelong to Pakenham train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Geelong to Pakenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Geelong to Pakenham is 130 km. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Geelong to Pakenham.

Where can I stay near Pakenham?

There are 199+ hotels available in Pakenham.

Geelong to Pakenham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Geelong to Pakenham by 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.

Train via Melbourne
best
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Geelong
2. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Pakenham Stationtrain Pakenham
2h 34m
$19–21
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Geelong
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Pakenham Station/Railway Avebus Traralgon
3h 42m
$2–28
Drive 129.5 km
1. Drive from Geelong to Pakenhamcar 129.5 km
1h 34m
$24–34
Train
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Geelong
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Pakenham Stationtrain Traralgon
2h 42m
$14–19

Geelong to Pakenham by train and tram

400Weekly Services

2h 34mAverage Duration

$19Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Geelong to Pakenham.

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Distance: 138.3 km
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Geelong, VIC, Australia and Pakenham, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Geelong Station to Pakenham Station via Southern Cross Station, Southern Cross Station/Collins St #D14, Melbourne Town Hall/Collins St #6, and Town Hall Station in around 2h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Pakenham Station/Railway Ave via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 3h 42m.

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