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

The cheapest way to get from Lara to Pakenham is to train which costs $14 - $20 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lara to Pakenham is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Lara and Pakenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Lara station to Pakenham station. However, there are services departing from Lara Station/Hicks St and arriving at Pakenham Station/Railway Ave via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Lara and Pakenham?

No, there is no direct train from Lara station to Pakenham station. However, there are services departing from Lara Station and arriving at Pakenham Station via Southern Cross Station/Collins St #D14 and Town Hall Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Lara to Pakenham?

The distance between Lara and Pakenham is 123 km. The road distance is 115.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Lara to Pakenham without a car is to train via Melbourne which takes 2h 20m and costs $19 - $22.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Lara to Pakenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lara to Pakenham bus from?

Lara to Pakenham bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Lara Station/Hicks St.

Where do I catch the Lara to Pakenham train from?

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

Train or bus from Lara to Pakenham?

The best way to get from Lara to Pakenham is to train via Melbourne which takes 2h 20m and costs $19 - $22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2 - $27 and takes 3h 28m.

Where does the Lara to Pakenham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lara to Pakenham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lara to Pakenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Lara to Pakenham is 116 km. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Lara to Pakenham.

Where can I stay near Pakenham?

There are 200+ hotels available in Pakenham.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Lara 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 Lara Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Geelong
2. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Pakenham Stationtrain Pakenham
2h 20m
$19–21
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lara Station/Hicks St 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 28m
$2–27
Drive 115.7 km
1. Drive from Lara to Pakenhamcar 115.7 km
1h 22m
$21–30
Train
1. Take the train from Lara Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Geelong
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Pakenham Stationtrain Traralgon
2h 28m
$14–19

Lara to Pakenham by train and tram

367Weekly Services

2h 20mAverage Duration

$19Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Lara to Pakenham.

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Distance: 123.3 km
Duration: 2h 20m

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

You can take a train from Lara 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 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lara Station/Hicks St to Pakenham Station/Railway Ave via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 3h 28m.

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