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

The cheapest way to get from Murtoa to Pakenham is to bus and train which costs $16 - $35 and takes 6h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Murtoa to Pakenham is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs $60 - $95.

Is there a direct bus between Murtoa and Pakenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Murtoa to Pakenham station. However, there are services departing from McDonald St/Marma St and arriving at Pakenham Station/Railway Ave via Ararat Station/High St and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

How far is it from Murtoa to Pakenham?

The distance between Murtoa and Pakenham is 368 km. The road distance is 349.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Murtoa to Pakenham without a car is to bus and train via Ballarat which takes 6h 9m and costs $22 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Murtoa to Pakenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Murtoa to Pakenham bus from?

Murtoa to Pakenham bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from McDonald St/Marma St station.

Where does the Murtoa to Pakenham bus arrive?

Murtoa to Pakenham bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Ararat station.

Can I drive from Murtoa to Pakenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Murtoa to Pakenham is 350 km. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Murtoa to Pakenham.

Where can I stay near Pakenham?

There are 198+ hotels available in Pakenham.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Murtoa to Pakenham by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train via Ballarat
best
1. Take the bus from McDonald St/Marma St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus
2. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Pakenham Stationtrain
6h 9m
$23–45
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from McDonald St/Marma St to Araratbus
2. Take the bus from Ararat Station/High St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
3. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Pakenham Station/Railway Avebus
7h 34m
$4–51
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from McDonald St/Marma St to Araratbus
2. Take the train from Ararat Station to Footscray Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Pakenham Stationtrain
6h 21m
$16–34
Drive 349.6 km
1. Drive from Murtoa to Pakenhamcar 349.6 km
3h 58m
$64–92
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from McDonald St/Marma St to Araratbus
2. Take the bus from Ararat station to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus
3. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Pakenham Stationtrain
7h 13m
$108–126

Murtoa to Pakenham by bus, train, and tram

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6h 9mAverage Duration

$23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 368.5 km
Duration: 6h 9m

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

You can take a bus from McDonald St/Marma St to Pakenham Station/Railway Ave via Ararat Station/High St and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 7h 34m.

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