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

The cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Creswick is to train which costs $12 - $20 and takes 3h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pakenham to Creswick is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Pakenham and Creswick?

No, there is no direct bus from Pakenham station to Creswick. However, there are services departing from East Pakenham Station/Sharnet Cct and arriving at Hall St/Albert St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Ballarat Station/Lydiard St N. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Pakenham and Creswick?

No, there is no direct train from Pakenham station to Creswick station. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station and arriving at Creswick Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Pakenham to Creswick?

The distance between Pakenham and Creswick is 195 km. The road distance is 173.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Pakenham to Creswick without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs $12 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Pakenham to Creswick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Creswick bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Creswick train from?

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

Train or bus from Pakenham to Creswick?

The best way to get from Pakenham to Creswick is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs $12 - $20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $35 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Pakenham to Creswick bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pakenham to Creswick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pakenham to Creswick?

Yes, the driving distance between Pakenham to Creswick is 174 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Pakenham to Creswick.

Where can I stay near Creswick?

There are 602+ hotels available in Creswick.

Pakenham to Creswick - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Pakenham to Creswick 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 Creswick StationBallarat
3h 59m
$12–19
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from East Pakenham Station/Sharnet Cct to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer StTraralgon
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard StCoach / ...
5h 15m
$7–34
Drive 173.5 km
1. Drive from Pakenham to Creswick173.5 km
2h 6m
$33–48
Train via Ballarat Station
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Southern Cross StationPakenham
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat StationBallarat
4h 34m
$18–24

Pakenham to Creswick by train

2Weekly Trains

3h 59mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Pakenham to Creswick.

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Distance: 195.3 km
Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a train from Pakenham Station to Creswick Station via Southern Cross Station in around 3h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from East Pakenham Station/Sharnet Cct to Hall St/Albert St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Ballarat Station/Lydiard St N in around 5h 15m.

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