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

The cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Essendon Fields is to train and line 59 tram which costs $12 and takes 1h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pakenham to Essendon Fields is to drive which takes 59 min and costs $13 - $19.

Is there a direct train between Pakenham and Essendon Fields?

No, there is no direct train from Pakenham station to Essendon Fields. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station and arriving at Earl St/Matthews Ave #56 via Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Pakenham to Essendon Fields?

The distance between Pakenham and Essendon Fields is 70 km. The road distance is 71 km.

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

The best way to get from Pakenham to Essendon Fields without a car is to train and line 59 tram which takes 1h 57m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Pakenham to Essendon Fields, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Essendon Fields train from?

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

Where does the Pakenham to Essendon Fields train arrive?

Pakenham to Essendon Fields train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Melbourne Central Station.

Can I drive from Pakenham to Essendon Fields?

Yes, the driving distance between Pakenham to Essendon Fields is 71 km. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Pakenham to Essendon Fields.

Where can I stay near Essendon Fields?

There are 3221+ hotels available in Essendon Fields.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Pakenham to Essendon Fields by train, tram, bus, 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.

Train, line 59 tram
best
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Melbourne Central Stationtrain Pakenham
2. Take the tram from Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5 to Earl St/Matthews Ave #56tram 59
1h 57m
$12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Traralgon
2h 47m
$13–25
Drive 71 km
1. Drive from Pakenham to Essendon Fieldscar 71 km
59 min
$13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pakenham to Essendon Fieldstaxi 71 km
59 min
$170–210
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Oakleigh Stationtrain Pakenham
2. Take the bus from Oakleigh Station/Portman St to DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rdbus 903
3h 17m
$12

Pakenham to Essendon Fields by train and tram

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1h 57mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 70.3 km
Duration: 1h 57m

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

V-Line Buses operates a bus from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St 4 times a week. Tickets cost $1–13 and the journey takes 1h 36m.

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