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

The cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Sunshine is to train which costs $5 - $10 and takes 1h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pakenham to Sunshine is to drive which takes 57 min and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Pakenham and Sunshine?

No, there is no direct bus from Pakenham station to Sunshine. However, there are services departing from East Pakenham Station/Sharnet Cct and arriving at Whitty St/Monash St via Lonsdale St/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Pakenham and Sunshine?

No, there is no direct train from Pakenham station to Sunshine station. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station and arriving at Sunshine Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Pakenham to Sunshine?

The distance between Pakenham and Sunshine is 78 km. The road distance is 70.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Pakenham to Sunshine without a car is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs $5 - $10.

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

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Pakenham to Sunshine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Sunshine bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Sunshine train from?

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

Train or bus from Pakenham to Sunshine?

The best way to get from Pakenham to Sunshine is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs $5 - $10. Alternatively, you can bus and line 216 bus, which costs $5 - $18 and takes 2h 3m.

Where does the Pakenham to Sunshine bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pakenham to Sunshine train arrive?

Pakenham to Sunshine train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Flinders Street Station.

Can I drive from Pakenham to Sunshine?

Yes, the driving distance between Pakenham to Sunshine is 71 km. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Pakenham to Sunshine.

Where can I stay near Sunshine?

There are 4950+ hotels available in Sunshine.

Pakenham to Sunshine - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 216 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Pakenham to Sunshine by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Flinders Street StationPakenham
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Sunshine StationSunbury
1h 49m
$6–9
Bus, line 216 bus
1. Take the bus from East Pakenham Station/Sharnet Cct to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer StTraralgon
2. Take the bus from Lonsdale St/Spencer St to Whitty St/Monash St216
2h 3m
$6–18
Drive 70.8 km
1. Drive from Pakenham to Sunshine70.8 km
57 min
$14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pakenham to Sunshine70.8 km
57 min
$160–200
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Oakleigh StationPakenham
2. Take the bus from Oakleigh Station/Portman St to Sunshine Station/Dickson St903
3h 53m
$10

Pakenham to Sunshine by train

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Distance: 78.2 km
Duration: 1h 49m

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

You can take a train from Pakenham Station to Sunshine Station via Flinders Street Station in around 1h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from East Pakenham Station/Sharnet Cct to Whitty St/Monash St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Lonsdale St/Spencer St in around 2h 3m.

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