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

The cheapest way to get from Stawell to Pakenham is to bus and train which costs $21 - $29 and takes 5h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stawell to Pakenham is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Stawell and Pakenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Stawell to Pakenham station. However, there are services departing from Stawell and arriving at Pakenham Station/Railway Ave via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Stawell and Pakenham?

No, there is no direct train from Stawell station to Pakenham station. However, there are services departing from Stawell Station and arriving at Pakenham Station via Ararat Station and Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Stawell to Pakenham?

The distance between Stawell and Pakenham is 294 km. The road distance is 290.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Stawell to Pakenham without a car is to train via Ararat Station which takes 5h 29m and costs $45 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Stawell to Pakenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stawell to Pakenham bus from?

Stawell to Pakenham bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Stawell station.

Where do I catch the Stawell to Pakenham train from?

Stawell to Pakenham train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Ararat Station.

Train or bus from Stawell to Pakenham?

The best way to get from Stawell to Pakenham is to train via Ararat Station which takes 5h 29m and costs $45 - $200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $120 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Stawell to Pakenham bus arrive?

Stawell to Pakenham bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Stawell to Pakenham train arrive?

Stawell to Pakenham train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Stawell to Pakenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Stawell to Pakenham is 290 km. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Stawell to Pakenham.

Where can I stay near Pakenham?

There are 192+ hotels available in Pakenham.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Stawell to Pakenham 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 Ararat Station
best
1. Take the train from Ararat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Pakenham Stationtrain Traralgon
5h 29m
$45–199
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stawell Station/Napier St to Stockland SC/Gillies St Nbus
2. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Sunshine Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Pakenham Stationtrain
5h 39m
$21–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stawell to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Pakenham Station/Railway Avebus Traralgon
6h 11m
$96–112
Drive 290.2 km
1. Drive from Stawell to Pakenhamcar 290.2 km
3h 18m
$54–78
Train
1. Take the train from Stawell Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain The Overland
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Pakenham Stationtrain Traralgon
5h 56m
$77–169

Stawell to Pakenham by train

2Weekly Trains

5h 29mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 293.8 km
Duration: 5h 29m

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

You can take a train from Stawell Station to Pakenham Station via Ararat Station and Southern Cross Station in around 5h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stawell to Pakenham Station/Railway Ave via Southern Cross Coach Terminal and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 6h 11m.

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