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 35m and costs $24 - $40.

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 East Pakenham Station/Sharnet Cct via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

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. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Geelong to Pakenham?

The distance between Geelong and Pakenham is 138 km. The road distance is 129.6 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 which takes 2h 42m and costs $14 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m 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 which takes 2h 42m and costs $14 - $20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2 - $28 and takes 3h 31m.

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 35m to drive from Geelong to Pakenham.

Where can I stay near Pakenham?

There are 196+ 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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross StationGeelong
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Pakenham StationTraralgon
2h 42m
$14–19
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer StGeelong
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to East Pakenham Station/Sharnet CctTraralgon
3h 31m
$2–28
Drive 129.6 km
1. Drive from Geelong to Pakenham129.6 km
1h 35m
$25–36
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Sunshine Station
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Oakleigh Station/Portman St903
3. Take the train from Oakleigh Station to Pakenham Station
5h 8m
$18–20

Geelong to Pakenham by train

158Weekly Trains

2h 42mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 138.5 km
Duration: 2h 42m

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 in around 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to East Pakenham Station/Sharnet Cct via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 3h 31m.

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