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

The cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Footscray is to train which costs $5 - $10 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pakenham to Footscray is to drive which takes 51 min and costs $12 - $18.

Is there a direct bus between Pakenham and Footscray?

No, there is no direct bus from Pakenham station to Footscray. However, there are services departing from East Pakenham Station/Sharnet Cct and arriving at Leeds St/Hopkins St via Lonsdale St/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Pakenham and Footscray?

No, there is no direct train from Pakenham station to Footscray station. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station and arriving at Footscray Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Pakenham to Footscray?

The distance between Pakenham and Footscray is 69 km. The road distance is 64.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Pakenham to Footscray without a car is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs $5 - $10.

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

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from Pakenham to Footscray, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Footscray bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Footscray train from?

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

Train or bus from Pakenham to Footscray?

The best way to get from Pakenham to Footscray is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs $5 - $10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5 - $18 and takes 1h 41m.

Where does the Pakenham to Footscray bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pakenham to Footscray train arrive?

Pakenham to Footscray train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Pakenham to Footscray?

Yes, the driving distance between Pakenham to Footscray is 64 km. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Pakenham to Footscray.

Where can I stay near Footscray?

There are 5203+ hotels available in Footscray.

Pakenham to Footscray - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Pakenham to Footscray by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Southern Cross StationPakenham
1h 27m
$6–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from East Pakenham Station/Sharnet Cct to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer StTraralgon
1h 41m
$6–18
Drive 64.3 km
1. Drive from Pakenham to Footscray64.3 km
51 min
$13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pakenham to Footscray64.3 km
51 min
$150–180

Pakenham to Footscray by train

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1h 27mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 68.9 km
Duration: 1h 27m

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Pakenham Station to Southern Cross Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 15m. V/Line also services this route hourly. Alternatively, 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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