What is the cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Diggers Rest?

The cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Diggers Rest is to train which costs $6 and takes 2h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pakenham to Diggers Rest?

The fastest way to get from Pakenham to Diggers Rest is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Pakenham and Diggers Rest?

No, there is no direct bus from Pakenham station to Diggers Rest station. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave and arriving at Diggers Rest Station/Golden Way via Essendon Station/Russell St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Pakenham and Diggers Rest?

No, there is no direct train from Pakenham station to Diggers Rest station. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station and arriving at Diggers Rest Station via Town Hall Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Pakenham to Diggers Rest?

The distance between Pakenham and Diggers Rest is 92 km. The road distance is 88.9 km.

How do I travel from Pakenham to Diggers Rest without a car?

The best way to get from Pakenham to Diggers Rest without a car is to train via Melbourne which takes 1h 53m and costs $14 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Pakenham to Diggers Rest?

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Pakenham to Diggers Rest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Diggers Rest bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Diggers Rest train from?

Pakenham to Diggers Rest train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Pakenham Station.

Train or bus from Pakenham to Diggers Rest?

The best way to get from Pakenham to Diggers Rest is to train via Melbourne which takes 1h 53m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus and line 483 bus, which costs $12 - $25 and takes 2h 53m.

Where does the Pakenham to Diggers Rest bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pakenham to Diggers Rest train arrive?

Pakenham to Diggers Rest train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Flinders Street Station.

Can I drive from Pakenham to Diggers Rest?

Yes, the driving distance between Pakenham to Diggers Rest is 89 km. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Pakenham to Diggers Rest.

Where can I stay near Diggers Rest?

There are 302+ hotels available in Diggers Rest.

Pakenham to Diggers Rest - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 483 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Pakenham to Diggers Rest by train, bus, or car

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Train via Melbourne
best
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Traralgon
2. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Diggers Rest Stationtrain Sunbury
1h 53m
$14–17
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Town Hall Stationtrain Pakenham
2. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Diggers Rest Stationtrain Sunbury
2h 5m
$5
Bus, line 483 bus
1. Take the bus from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave to Flinder St Station/Flinders Stbus Traralgon
2. Take the bus from Essendon Station/Russell St to Diggers Rest Station/Golden Waybus 483
2h 53m
$13–25
Drive 88.9 km
1. Drive from Pakenham to Diggers Restcar 88.9 km
1h 12m
$16–23

Pakenham to Diggers Rest by train

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Distance: 91.5 km
Duration: 1h 53m

What companies run services between Pakenham, VIC, Australia and Diggers Rest, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Pakenham Station to Diggers Rest Station via Flinders Street Station and Town Hall Station in around 1h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave to Diggers Rest Station/Golden Way via Flinder St Station/Flinders St, Flinders Street Station, Essendon Station, and Essendon Station/Russell St in around 2h 53m.

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