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

The cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Colac is to train which costs $12 - $20 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pakenham to Colac is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Pakenham and Colac?

No, there is no direct bus from Pakenham station to Colac station. However, there are services departing from East Pakenham Station/Sharnet Cct and arriving at Colac Station/Gellibrand St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Geelong Station/Railway Tce. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Pakenham and Colac?

No, there is no direct train from Pakenham station to Colac station. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station and arriving at Colac Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Pakenham to Colac?

The distance between Pakenham and Colac is 216 km. The road distance is 205.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Pakenham to Colac without a car is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs $12 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Pakenham to Colac, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Colac bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Colac train from?

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

Train or bus from Pakenham to Colac?

The best way to get from Pakenham to Colac is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs $12 - $20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2 - $45 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Pakenham to Colac bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pakenham to Colac train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pakenham to Colac?

Yes, the driving distance between Pakenham to Colac is 205 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Pakenham to Colac.

Where can I stay near Colac?

There are 21+ hotels available in Colac.

Pakenham to Colac - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Pakenham to Colac 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
best
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Southern Cross StationPakenham
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Colac StationGeelong
4h 20m
$12–19
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from East Pakenham Station/Sharnet Cct to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Geelong Station/Railway Tce
3. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Colac Station/Gellibrand St
5h 45m
$3–42
Drive 205.1 km
1. Drive from Pakenham to Colac205.1 km
2h 28m
$40–57

Pakenham to Colac by train

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4h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 216.4 km
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a train from Pakenham Station to Colac Station via Southern Cross Station in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from East Pakenham Station/Sharnet Cct to Colac Station/Gellibrand St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Geelong Station/Railway Tce in around 5h 45m.

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