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

The cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Carlton is to train which costs $6 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pakenham to Carlton is to drive which takes 47 min and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Pakenham and Carlton?

No, there is no direct bus from Pakenham station to Carlton. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave and arriving at Faraday St/Lygon St via Little Collins St/Queen St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Pakenham and Carlton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pakenham Station station and arriving at Melbourne Central Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Pakenham to Carlton?

The distance between Pakenham and Carlton is 62 km. The road distance is 59.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Pakenham to Carlton without a car is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs $6.

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

The train from Pakenham Station to Melbourne Central Station takes 1h 11m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Carlton bus from?

Pakenham to Carlton bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Carlton train from?

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

Train or bus from Pakenham to Carlton?

The best way to get from Pakenham to Carlton is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs $6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5 - $18 and takes 1h 29m.

Where does the Pakenham to Carlton bus arrive?

Pakenham to Carlton bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Flinder St Station/Flinders St.

Where does the Pakenham to Carlton train arrive?

Pakenham to Carlton train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Melbourne Central Station.

Can I drive from Pakenham to Carlton?

Yes, the driving distance between Pakenham to Carlton is 59 km. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Pakenham to Carlton.

Where can I stay near Carlton?

There are 5265+ hotels available in Carlton.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Pakenham to Carlton by train, bus, car, taxi, or tram

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 Pakenham Station to Melbourne Central StationPakenham
1h 11m
$6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave to Flinder St Station/Flinders StTraralgon
1h 29m
$6–18
Drive 59.3 km
1. Drive from Pakenham to Carlton59.3 km
47 min
$12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pakenham to Carlton59.3 km
47 min
$140–170
Train, line 3 tram
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Caulfield StationPakenham
2. Take the tram from Caulfield to Melbourne University/Swanston St #13
1h 57m
$11–15

Pakenham to Carlton by train

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1h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 61.7 km
Duration: 1h 11m

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Pakenham Station to Melbourne Central Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 11m. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave to Flinder St Station/Flinders St twice daily. Tickets cost $1–13 and the journey takes 59 min.

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