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

The cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Daylesford is to train and bus which costs $17 - $25 and takes 4h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pakenham to Daylesford is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Pakenham and Daylesford?

No, there is no direct bus from Pakenham station to Daylesford. However, there are services departing from East Pakenham Station/Sharnet Cct and arriving at CFA/Bridport St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Ballan Police Station/Old Melbourne Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Pakenham to Daylesford?

The distance between Pakenham and Daylesford is 176 km. The road distance is 165.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Pakenham to Daylesford without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 21m and costs $17 - $25.

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

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

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Daylesford bus from?

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

Where does the Pakenham to Daylesford bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pakenham to Daylesford?

Yes, the driving distance between Pakenham to Daylesford is 166 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Pakenham to Daylesford.

Where can I stay near Daylesford?

There are 546+ hotels available in Daylesford.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Pakenham to Daylesford by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballan Station
3. Take the bus from Ballan Station/Atkinson St to CFA/Bridport St
4h 21m
$17–24
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 Ballan Police Station/Old Melbourne RdBallarat
5h 17m
$7–32
Drive 165.6 km
1. Drive from Pakenham to Daylesford165.6 km
2h 4m
$32–46

Pakenham to Daylesford by train and bus

5Weekly Services

4h 21mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Pakenham to Daylesford.

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Distance: 175.7 km
Duration: 4h 21m

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

You can take a bus from East Pakenham Station/Sharnet Cct to CFA/Bridport St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Ballan Police Station/Old Melbourne Rd in around 5h 17m.

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