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

The cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Creswick is to train via Ballarat Station which costs $16 - $24 and takes 4h 32m.

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 7m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Pakenham and Creswick?

No, there is no direct bus from Pakenham station to Creswick station. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave and arriving at Creswick Station/Raglan St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

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 51m.

How far is it from Pakenham to Creswick?

The distance between Pakenham and Creswick is 190 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 51m and costs $16 - $25.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m 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 Pakenham Station/Railway Ave.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Creswick train from?

Pakenham to Creswick train services, operated by V/Line, 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 51m and costs $16 - $25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1 - $35 and takes 4h 10m.

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 V/Line, 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 7m to drive from Pakenham to Creswick.

Where can I stay near Creswick?

There are 455+ hotels available in Creswick.

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

There are 5 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 Stationtrain Traralgon
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Creswick Stationtrain Ballarat
3h 51m
$16–24
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Traralgon
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Creswick Station/Raglan Stbus Ballarat
4h 10m
$2–31
Drive 173.5 km
1. Drive from Pakenham to Creswickcar 173.5 km
2h 7m
$31–45
Train via Ballarat Station
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Traralgon
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
4h 12m
$19–29
Train via Ballarat Station #2
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Town Hall Stationtrain Pakenham
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
4h 32m
$16–24

Pakenham to Creswick by train

2Weekly Trains

3h 51mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 190.1 km
Duration: 3h 51m

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 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave to Creswick Station/Raglan St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 4h 10m.

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