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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Canberra to Preston

Composite routes from Canberra to Preston

Cheapest
6 h 45 min
Car
639 km.
from $35
Other
3 h 39 min
Plane, Train
458 km.
from $198.76
9 h 8 min
Bus, Train
457 km.
from $73.52
11 h 22 min
458 km.
from $114.87

Transport providers

Airlines

Qatar Airways

Website:
qatarairways.com/en-au/homepage.html
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$445.65

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.78–$358.70

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.78–$358.70

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$445.65

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Canberra Station to Goulburn
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.70–$5.98

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Canberra to Southern
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$59.78–$141.30
Bus from Canberra to Albury
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.78–$70.65

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Canberra to Albury
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.93–$18.48

Train operators

Metro Trains Melbourne

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
metrotrains.com.au/
Train from Southern Cross to Bell
Ave. Duration:
28 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.30

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Albury to Southern
Ave. Duration:
3h 19m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.30–$103.26
Train from Goulburn Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
8h 17m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$32.61–$141.30

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Albury to Southern
Ave. Duration:
3h 42m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.33–$7.07

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Canberra to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Preston is to train which costs $39.13 - $152.17 and takes 11h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canberra to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Preston is to fly and train which takes 3h 39m and costs $70.65 - $260.87 .

Is there a direct train between Canberra and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Canberra station to Preston. However, there are services departing from Canberra Station and arriving at Bell via Goulburn Station and Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 22m.

How far is it from Canberra to Preston?

The distance between Canberra and Preston is 514 km. The road distance is 647 km.

How do I travel from Canberra to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Canberra to Preston without a car is to bus which takes 8h 51m and costs $59.78 - $141.30 .

How long does it take to get from Canberra to Preston?

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Canberra to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Preston train from?

Canberra to Preston train services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Canberra Station.

Train or bus from Canberra to Preston?

The best way to get from Canberra to Preston is to bus which takes 8h 51m and costs $59.78 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $39.13 - $152.17 and takes 11h 22m.

Where does the Canberra to Preston train arrive?

Canberra to Preston train services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Goulburn Station.

Can I drive from Canberra to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Preston is 647 km. It takes approximately 6h 43m to drive from Canberra to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 4296+ hotels available in Preston. Prices start at $77.84 per night.
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