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

The cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Merimbula is to train and bus which costs $12 - $40 and takes 8h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pakenham to Merimbula is to train and fly which takes 4h 57m and costs $230 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Pakenham and Merimbula?

No, there is no direct bus from Pakenham station to Merimbula. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave and arriving at Park St via Traralgon Station/Princes St and Bairnsdale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 44m.

How far is it from Pakenham to Merimbula?

The distance between Pakenham and Merimbula is 538 km. The road distance is 519.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Pakenham to Merimbula without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 37m and costs $12 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Pakenham to Merimbula, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Merimbula bus from?

Pakenham to Merimbula bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave.

Where does the Pakenham to Merimbula bus arrive?

Pakenham to Merimbula bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Traralgon Station/Princes St.

Can I drive from Pakenham to Merimbula?

Yes, the driving distance between Pakenham to Merimbula is 520 km. It takes approximately 6h 6m to drive from Pakenham to Merimbula.

Where can I stay near Merimbula?

There are 318+ hotels available in Merimbula.

Pakenham to Merimbula - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Pakenham to Merimbula by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train, fly
best
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)MEL - MIM
4h 57m
$234–627
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave to Traralgon Station/Princes St
2. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Bairnsdale
3. Take the bus from Bairnsdale to Park St
9h 44m
$6–59
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Bairnsdale StationTraralgon
2. Take the bus from Bairnsdale to Park StCoach
8h 37m
$12–37
Drive 519.9 km
1. Drive from Pakenham to Merimbula519.9 km
6h 6m
$101–146

Pakenham to Merimbula by train and bus

7Weekly Services

8h 37mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 538.2 km
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Pakenham, VIC, Australia and Merimbula, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave to Park St via Traralgon Station/Princes St and Bairnsdale in around 9h 44m.

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