How to get from Ferny Creek to Pakenham by bus and train?

From Ferny Creek to Pakenham by bus and train

To get from Ferny Creek to Pakenham in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 688 bus from Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd/Old Main Rd (Ferny Creek) station to Croydon Station/Railway Gr (Croydon) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LILYDALE train and finally take the MELBOURNE - BAIRNSDALE VIA SALE & TRARALGON train from Richmond station to Pakenham station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 58 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

178minA$5.30
Bus - 688
688
Train - LILYDALE
LILYDALE
Train - MELBOURNE - BAIRNSDALE VIA SALE & TRARALGON
MELBOURNE - BAIRNSDALE VIA SALE & TRARALGON
Walk to Pakenham
Leaves from Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd/Old Main Rd (Ferny Creek)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Ferny Creek
  • 2
    Bus - 688688
    Wait for bus
    688
    Croydon
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Croydon Station/Railway Gr (Croydon)
    ID 21279
    45 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Croydon
    150 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - LILYDALELILYDALE
    Wait for train
    LILYDALE
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Richmond
    45 min
  • 7
    Train - MELBOURNE - BAIRNSDALE VIA SALE & TRARALGONMELBOURNE - BAIRNSDALE VIA SALE & TRARALGON
    Wait for train
    MELBOURNE - BAIRNSDALE VIA SALE & TRARALGON
    Bairnsdale
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Pakenham
    57 min
  • 9
    Walk to Pakenham
    Walk to
    Pakenham
    150 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Ferny Creek to Pakenham by bus and train via 688, LILYDALE and PAKENHAM

To get from Ferny Creek to Pakenham in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 688 bus from Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd/Old Main Rd (Ferny Creek) station to Croydon Station/Railway Gr (Croydon) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LILYDALE train and finally take the PAKENHAM train from Richmond station to Pakenham station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 13 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

193minA$5.30
Bus - 688
688
Train - LILYDALE
LILYDALE
Train - PAKENHAM
PAKENHAM
Walk to Pakenham
Leaves from Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd/Old Main Rd (Ferny Creek)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Ferny Creek
  • 2
    Bus - 688688
    Wait for bus
    688
    Croydon
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Croydon Station/Railway Gr (Croydon)
    ID 21279
    45 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Croydon
    150 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - LILYDALELILYDALE
    Wait for train
    LILYDALE
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Richmond
    45 min
  • 7
    Train - PAKENHAMPAKENHAM
    Wait for train
    PAKENHAM
    Pakenham
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Pakenham
    69 min
  • 9
    Walk to Pakenham
    Walk to
    Pakenham
    150 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ferny Creek to Pakenham

The distance between Ferny Creek, Melbourne and Pakenham, Melbourne is approximately 105.99 km, which can typically be travelled in 178 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ferny Creek to Pakenham by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Ferny Creek

Ferny Creek is located at Ferny Creek, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd/Old Main Rd (Ferny Creek).

Train stations close to Ferny Creek:

  • Belgrave
  • Upper Ferntree Gully
  • Tecoma

Bus stations close to Ferny Creek:

  • Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd/Old Main Rd (Ferny Creek)
  • Mast Gully Rd/Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd (Ferny Creek)
  • Fernbrook Rd/Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd (Ferny Creek)

Public transport stations close to Pakenham, Melbourne

Pakenham is located at Pakenham, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Pakenham Railway Station (Pakenham).

Train stations close to Pakenham:

  • Pakenham
  • Cardinia Road
  • East Pakenham Railway Station (Pakenham)

Bus stations close to Pakenham:

  • Pakenham Railway Station (Pakenham)
  • Cameron Way/Racecourse Rd (Pakenham)
  • Pakenham Rec Res/Opp 22 John St (Pakenham)

Related Routes

Alternative route from Ferny Creek to Pakenham by bus and train via 688, LILYDALE and PAKENHAM

To get from Ferny Creek to Pakenham in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 688 bus from Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd/Old Main Rd (Ferny Creek) station to Croydon Station/Railway Gr (Croydon) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LILYDALE train and finally take the PAKENHAM train from Richmond station to Pakenham station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 13 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

193minA$5.30
Bus - 688
688
Train - LILYDALE
LILYDALE
Train - PAKENHAM
PAKENHAM
Walk to Pakenham
Leaves from Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd/Old Main Rd (Ferny Creek)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Ferny Creek
  • 2
    Bus - 688688
    Wait for bus
    688
    Croydon
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Croydon Station/Railway Gr (Croydon)
    ID 21279
    45 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Croydon
    150 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - LILYDALELILYDALE
    Wait for train
    LILYDALE
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Richmond
    45 min
  • 7
    Train - PAKENHAMPAKENHAM
    Wait for train
    PAKENHAM
    Pakenham
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Pakenham
    69 min
  • 9
    Walk to Pakenham
    Walk to
    Pakenham
    150 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ferny Creek to Pakenham?

    The fastest way takes 178 minutes, using Bus line 688, Bus line LILYDALE, Bus line MELBOURNE - BAIRNSDALE VIA SALE & TRARALGON.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Ferny Creek to Pakenham?

    The alternative route takes 193 minutes, using Bus line 688, Bus line LILYDALE, Bus line PAKENHAM.

  • Is there a direct bus between Ferny Creek and Pakenham in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 58 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Ferny Creek to Pakenham in Melbourne?

    The 688 bus line goes from Croydon station near Ferny Creek to Croydon Station/Railway Gr (Croydon) station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Croydon Station/Railway Gr (Croydon) station near Pakenham in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from Ferny Creek to Pakenham in Melbourne by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Ferny Creek and Pakenham in Melbourne by bus and train is about 2 hr 58 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Ferny Creek to get to Pakenham in Melbourne?

    Get on the 688 bus from the Croydon stop near Ferny Creek in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Ferny Creek and Pakenham in Melbourne?

    Get off the bus at the Croydon Station/Railway Gr (Croydon) station, which is closest to Pakenham in Melbourne.

  • How much is the bus fare from Ferny Creek to Pakenham?

    The ride from Ferny Creek to Pakenham costs A$5.30.