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 $13 - $18 and takes 2h 26m.

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 $23 - $35.

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 Pakenham Station/Railway Ave and arriving at Geelong Station/Railway Tce via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

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 Cardinia Road Station and arriving at Geelong Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Pakenham to Geelong?

The distance between Pakenham and Geelong is 135 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 26m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m 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 Pakenham Station/Railway Ave.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Geelong train from?

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

Train or bus from Pakenham to Geelong?

The best way to get from Pakenham to Geelong is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1 - $29 and takes 3h 39m.

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 900+ 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 Cardinia Road Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Pakenham
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong Stationtrain Geelong
2h 26m
$14–18
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Traralgon
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Geelong Station/Railway Tcebus Geelong
3h 39m
$2–29
Drive 129.1 km
1. Drive from Pakenham to Geelongcar 129.1 km
1h 36m
$24–34

Pakenham to Geelong by train

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2h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 135.5 km
Duration: 2h 26m

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

You can take a train from Cardinia Road Station to Geelong Station via Southern Cross Station in around 2h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave to Geelong Station/Railway Tce via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 3h 39m.

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