What is the cheapest way to get from Merricks Beach to Pakenham?

The cheapest way to get from Merricks Beach to Pakenham is to bus and line 901 bus which costs $9 - $14 and takes 2h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merricks Beach to Pakenham?

The fastest way to get from Merricks Beach to Pakenham is to drive which takes 52 min and costs $12 - $18.

How far is it from Merricks Beach to Pakenham?

The distance between Merricks Beach and Pakenham is 114 km. The road distance is 61.9 km.

How do I travel from Merricks Beach to Pakenham without a car?

The best way to get from Merricks Beach to Pakenham without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs $28 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Merricks Beach to Pakenham?

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Merricks Beach to Pakenham, including transfers.

Train or bus from Merricks Beach to Pakenham?

The best way to get from Merricks Beach to Pakenham is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs $28 - $35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 901 bus, which costs $9 - $14 and takes 2h 47m.

Can I drive from Merricks Beach to Pakenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Merricks Beach to Pakenham is 62 km. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Merricks Beach to Pakenham.

Where can I stay near Pakenham?

There are 196+ hotels available in Pakenham.

Merricks Beach to Pakenham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 901 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Merricks Beach to Pakenham by train, bus, car, or taxi

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bittern Station to Frankston Station
2. Take the train from Frankston Station to Caulfield Station
3. Take the train from Caulfield Station to Pakenham Station
2h 38m
$28–33
Bus, line 901 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merricks Beach Rd/Frankston-Flinders Rd to Frankston782
2. Take the bus from Frankston to Dandenong Station/Foster St901
2h 47m
$9–13
Drive 61.9 km
1. Drive from Merricks Beach to Pakenham61.9 km
52 min
$13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merricks Beach to Pakenham61.9 km
52 min
$140–180

Merricks Beach to Pakenham by bus and train

20Weekly Services

2h 47mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 114.2 km
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between Merricks Beach, VIC, Australia and Pakenham, VIC, Australia?

You can take a vehicle from Merricks Beach to Pakenham Station via Bittern Station, Frankston Station, and Caulfield Station in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merricks Beach Rd/Frankston-Flinders Rd to Pakenham Station via Frankston, Dandenong Station/Foster St, and Dandenong Station in around 2h 47m.

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