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

The cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Thomastown is to train which costs $6 and takes 1h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pakenham to Thomastown is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs $12 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between Pakenham and Thomastown?

No, there is no direct bus from Pakenham to Thomastown. However, there are services departing from McGregor Rd/Princes Hwy and arriving at Hanrahan St/Wood St via Fountain Gate SC/Overland Dr and Cheltenham Rd/Springvale Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Pakenham and Thomastown?

No, there is no direct train from Pakenham station to Thomastown station. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station and arriving at Thomastown Station via Parliament Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Pakenham to Thomastown?

The distance between Pakenham and Thomastown is 74 km. The road distance is 70.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Pakenham to Thomastown without a car is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Pakenham to Thomastown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Thomastown bus from?

Pakenham to Thomastown bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Fountain Gate SC/Overland Dr station.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Thomastown train from?

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

Train or bus from Pakenham to Thomastown?

The best way to get from Pakenham to Thomastown is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 828 bus and bus, which costs $8 - $10 and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the Pakenham to Thomastown bus arrive?

Pakenham to Thomastown bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Springvale Rd/Cheltenham Rd station.

Where does the Pakenham to Thomastown train arrive?

Pakenham to Thomastown train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Parliament Station.

Can I drive from Pakenham to Thomastown?

Yes, the driving distance between Pakenham to Thomastown is 71 km. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Pakenham to Thomastown.

Where can I stay near Thomastown?

There are 4968+ hotels available in Thomastown.

Pakenham to Thomastown - 4 ways to travel via train, line 828 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Pakenham to Thomastown by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Parliament Stationtrain Pakenham
2. Take the train from Parliament Station to Thomastown Stationtrain Mernda
1h 52m
$5
Line 828 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Fountain Gate SC/Overland Dr to Springvale Rd/Cheltenham Rdbus 828
2. Take the bus from Cheltenham Rd/Springvale Rd to Hanrahan St/Wood Stbus 902
4h 14m
$8–9
Drive 70.7 km
1. Drive from Pakenham to Thomastowncar 70.7 km
1h 1m
$13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pakenham to Thomastowntaxi 70.7 km
1h 1m
$160–200

Pakenham to Thomastown by train

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1h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 74.2 km
Duration: 1h 52m

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

You can take a train from Pakenham Station to Thomastown Station via Parliament Station in around 1h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from McGregor Rd/Princes Hwy to Hanrahan St/Wood St via Fountain Gate SC/Overland Dr, Springvale Rd/Cheltenham Rd, and Cheltenham Rd/Springvale Rd in around 4h 14m.

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