Ballarat to Pakenham: Road Trip Guide & Distance

95.3 miles 153.3 km · straight line
106.6 miles actual route 171.6 km · driving distance
2h 14min estimated drive time
AUD 20 - AUD 25 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
112° ESE bearing direction

How far is Ballarat from Pakenham?

The distance from Ballarat to Pakenham is 95.3 miles (153.3 km) as the crow flies. Pakenham is located ESE of Ballarat. By car, the driving distance is approximately 106.6 miles, taking about 2h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in Australia.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ballarat and Pakenham. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Ballarat to Pakenham

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 14min AUD 20 - AUD 25 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 41min $9–$16* Budget
Train ~2h 7min $13–$37* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ballarat & Pakenham

Quick Facts

Ballarat
37.57°S, 143.85°E
Australia/Melbourne
445m elevation
Pakenham
38.07°S, 145.47°E
Australia/Melbourne
44m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 32 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 261.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM