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

The cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Essendon is to train and bus which costs $11 and takes 3h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pakenham to Essendon is to drive which takes 54 min and costs $12 - $19.

Is there a direct train between Pakenham and Essendon?

No, there is no direct train from Pakenham station to Essendon. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station and arriving at Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44 via Flinders Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Pakenham to Essendon?

The distance between Pakenham and Essendon is 74 km. The road distance is 66.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Pakenham to Essendon without a car is to bus which takes 1h 52m and costs $6 - $19.

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

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Pakenham to Essendon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Essendon train from?

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

Where does the Pakenham to Essendon train arrive?

Pakenham to Essendon train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Flinders Street Station.

Can I drive from Pakenham to Essendon?

Yes, the driving distance between Pakenham to Essendon is 67 km. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Pakenham to Essendon.

Where can I stay near Essendon?

There are 5084+ hotels available in Essendon.

Pakenham to Essendon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 59 tram, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Pakenham to Essendon by bus, train, tram, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
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1. Take the bus from East Pakenham Station/Sharnet Cct to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer StTraralgon
1h 52m
$7–19
Train, line 59 tram
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Flinders Street StationPakenham
2. Take the tram from Flinders Street to Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #4459
2h 2m
$11–15
Drive 66.7 km
1. Drive from Pakenham to Essendon66.7 km
54 min
$13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pakenham to Essendon66.7 km
54 min
$150–190
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Oakleigh StationPakenham
2. Take the bus from Oakleigh Station/Portman St to Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd903
3h 15m
$10

Pakenham to Essendon by bus, foot, and train

66Weekly Services

1h 52mAverage Duration

$7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 74.1 km
Duration: 1h 52m

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

V-Line Buses operates a bus from East Pakenham Station/Sharnet Cct to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St every 3 hours. Tickets cost $1–13 and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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