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

The cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Stawell is to bus which costs $4 - $50 and takes 6h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pakenham to Stawell is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Pakenham and Stawell?

No, there is no direct bus from Pakenham station to Stawell station. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave and arriving at Stawell Station/Napier St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Ararat. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Pakenham and Stawell?

No, there is no direct train from Pakenham station to Stawell station. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station and arriving at Stawell Station via Southern Cross Station and North Shore Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Pakenham to Stawell?

The distance between Pakenham and Stawell is 343 km. The road distance is 287 km.

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

The best way to get from Pakenham to Stawell without a car is to train via Geelong which takes 5h 48m and costs $70 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Pakenham to Stawell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Stawell bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Stawell train from?

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

Train or bus from Pakenham to Stawell?

The best way to get from Pakenham to Stawell is to train via Geelong which takes 5h 48m and costs $70 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $4 - $50 and takes 6h 28m.

Where does the Pakenham to Stawell bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pakenham to Stawell train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pakenham to Stawell?

Yes, the driving distance between Pakenham to Stawell is 287 km. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Pakenham to Stawell.

Where can I stay near Stawell?

There are 129+ hotels available in Stawell.

Pakenham to Stawell - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Pakenham to Stawell 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 via Geelong
best
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to North Shore Stationtrain
3. Take the train from North Shore Station to Stawell Stationtrain
5h 48m
$72–149
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 Ararat Station/High Stbus Ballarat
6h 28m
$5–45
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Flagstaff Stationtrain Pakenham
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Stawellbus Adelaide
6h 12m
$100–104
Drive 287 km
1. Drive from Pakenham to Stawellcar 287 km
3h 24m
$52–76
Train
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Pakenham
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Stawell Stationtrain The Overland
6h 8m
$70–169

Pakenham to Stawell by train

2Weekly Trains

5h 48mAverage Duration

$72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 343 km
Duration: 5h 48m

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

You can take a train from Pakenham Station to Stawell Station via Southern Cross Station and North Shore Station in around 5h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave to Stawell Station/Napier St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Ararat in around 6h 28m.

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