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

The cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Benalla is to train which costs $12 - $21 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pakenham to Benalla is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Pakenham and Benalla?

No, there is no direct bus from Pakenham station to Benalla station. However, there are services departing from East Pakenham Station/Sharnet Cct and arriving at Benalla Station, Coach Stop via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Pakenham and Benalla?

No, there is no direct train from Pakenham station to Benalla station. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station and arriving at Benalla Station via Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Pakenham to Benalla?

The distance between Pakenham and Benalla is 259 km. The road distance is 236.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Pakenham to Benalla without a car is to train via Melbourne which takes 4h 21m and costs $25 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Pakenham to Benalla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Benalla bus from?

Pakenham to Benalla bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from East Pakenham Station/Sharnet Cct.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Benalla train from?

Pakenham to Benalla train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Pakenham Station.

Train or bus from Pakenham to Benalla?

The best way to get from Pakenham to Benalla is to train via Melbourne which takes 4h 21m and costs $25 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $17 - $40 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Pakenham to Benalla bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pakenham to Benalla train arrive?

Pakenham to Benalla train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Pakenham to Benalla?

Yes, the driving distance between Pakenham to Benalla is 236 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Pakenham to Benalla.

Where can I stay near Benalla?

There are 27+ hotels available in Benalla.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Pakenham to Benalla 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 Pakenham Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Pakenham
2. Take the train from Southern Cross to Benalla Stationtrain 622 / ...
4h 21m
$26–159
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Pakenham
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Benalla Stationtrain Seymour
4h 30m
$12–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from East Pakenham Station/Sharnet Cct to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Traralgon
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St to Benalla Station, Coach Stopbus 6208 / ...
4h 45m
$18–38
Drive 236.4 km
1. Drive from Pakenham to Benallacar 236.4 km
2h 56m
$44–63
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dandenong Station/Foster St to Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale Rdbus 901
2. Take the train from Broadmeadows Station to Benalla Stationtrain 622 / ...
6h 29m
$18–164

Pakenham to Benalla by train

29Weekly Trains

4h 21mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 258.8 km
Duration: 4h 21m

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

You can take a train from Pakenham Station to Benalla Station via Southern Cross Station and Southern Cross in around 4h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from East Pakenham Station/Sharnet Cct to Benalla Station, Coach Stop via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St in around 4h 45m.

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