Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Pakenham travel guide

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You're Going to Love Pakenham

Pakenham is a must-see destination in Victoria, Australia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Pakenham to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Pakenham

If you’re looking for affordable options, Frankie's - Pakenham (5 Lakeside Blvd) and Copper and Fox (Shop 1/38 Lakeside Boulevard) are great picks.

When to visit Pakenham

Pakenham in October
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel
Pakenham in October
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Pakenham

Plane

Although Pakenham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Melbourne Essendon (MEB), which is located 64 km from Pakenham.

Car

Another option to get to Pakenham is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 54 km from Pakenham. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Turo, among others, in Melbourne.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Pakenham. From Sydney, the bus ride to Pakenham takes 1159 km and will cost you around $275. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $209 for a journey of 3814 km.

Plane

Although Pakenham doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Melbourne Essendon (MEB), which is located 64 km from Pakenham.

Car

Another option to get to Pakenham is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 54 km from Pakenham. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Turo, among others, in Melbourne.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Pakenham. From Sydney, the bus ride to Pakenham takes 1159 km and will cost you around $275. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $209 for a journey of 3814 km.

Airports near Pakenham

AVVMelbourne Avalon
MELMelbourne
MEBMelbourne Essendon

Airlines serving Pakenham

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (852 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Pakenham

Hiring a car in Pakenham

Hiring a car in Pakenham costs $85 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 19% more expensive than at Melbourne.

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Pakenham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.87 and $26.49. Economy (Suzuki Swift or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Pakenham, while also 53% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Pakenham costs $85 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 19% more expensive than at Melbourne.

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Pakenham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.87 and $26.49. Economy (Suzuki Swift or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Pakenham, while also 53% cheaper than other types, on average.

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