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

The cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Geelong is to train which costs $12 - $20 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pakenham to Geelong is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Pakenham and Geelong?

No, there is no direct bus from Pakenham station to Geelong station. However, there are services departing from East Pakenham Station/Sharnet Cct and arriving at Geelong Station/Railway Tce via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Pakenham and Geelong?

No, there is no direct train from Pakenham station to Geelong station. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station and arriving at Geelong Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Pakenham to Geelong?

The distance between Pakenham and Geelong is 144 km. The road distance is 129.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Pakenham to Geelong without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs $12 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Pakenham to Geelong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Geelong bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Geelong train from?

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

Train or bus from Pakenham to Geelong?

The best way to get from Pakenham to Geelong is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs $12 - $20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1 - $28 and takes 3h 18m.

Where does the Pakenham to Geelong bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pakenham to Geelong train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pakenham to Geelong?

Yes, the driving distance between Pakenham to Geelong is 129 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Pakenham to Geelong.

Where can I stay near Geelong?

There are 905+ hotels available in Geelong.

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

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Southern Cross StationPakenham
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong StationGeelong
2h 30m
$12–19
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 Geelong Station/Railway TceGeelong
3h 18m
$2–28
Drive 129.1 km
1. Drive from Pakenham to Geelong129.1 km
1h 36m
$25–36

Pakenham to Geelong by train

402Weekly Trains

2h 30mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Pakenham to Geelong.

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Distance: 143.7 km
Duration: 2h 30m

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

You can take a train from Pakenham Station to Geelong Station via Southern Cross Station in around 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from East Pakenham Station/Sharnet Cct to Geelong Station/Railway Tce via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 3h 18m.

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