How to Travel from
Preston to Melbourne
by Train or Car
Schedule
Preston, Australia → Melbourne, Australia
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Preston to Melbourne
Composite routes from Preston to Melbourne
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12 min
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11 km.
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Transport providers
Train operators
Yarra Trams
Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
yarratrams.com.au/
Train from 47-David St/Plenty Rd to 5-Elizabeth
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.97
Metro Trains Melbourne
Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
metrotrains.com.au/
Train from Preston to Flinders
Ave. Duration:
24 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.84
Train from Bell to Flinders
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.84
Bus operators
Metropolitan Buses
Website:
ptv.vic.gov.au
Bus from Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Bus from Alfred St/Victoria St to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Preston (Station) to Melbourne?
The cheapest way to get from Preston (Station) to Melbourne is to drive which costs $1.20 - $1.85 and takes 10 min.
What is the fastest way to get from Preston (Station) to Melbourne?
The fastest way to get from Preston (Station) to Melbourne is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs $13.04 - $17.39 .
Is there a direct bus between Preston (Station) and Melbourne?
No, there is no direct bus from Preston (Station) station to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Preston Station/Murray Rd and arriving at Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St via Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.
Is there a direct train between Preston (Station) and Melbourne?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Flinders Street. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.
How far is it from Preston (Station) to Melbourne?
The distance between Preston (Station) and Melbourne is 11 km. The road distance is 9.9 km.
How do I travel from Preston (Station) to Melbourne without a car?
The best way to get from Preston (Station) to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 24 min and costs $3.30 .
How long does it take to get from Preston (Station) to Melbourne?
The train from Preston to Flinders Street takes 24 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.
Where do I catch the Preston (Station) to Melbourne bus from?
Preston (Station) to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan Buses, depart from Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd station.
Where do I catch the Preston (Station) to Melbourne train from?
Preston (Station) to Melbourne train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Preston station.
Train or bus from Preston (Station) to Melbourne?
The best way to get from Preston (Station) to Melbourne is to train which takes 24 min and costs $3.30 . Alternatively, you can line 251 bus, which costs and takes 1h 23m.
Where does the Preston (Station) to Melbourne bus arrive?
Preston (Station) to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan Buses, arrive at Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St station.
Where does the Preston (Station) to Melbourne train arrive?
Preston (Station) to Melbourne train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Flinders Street station.
Can I drive from Preston (Station) to Melbourne?
Yes, the driving distance between Preston (Station) to Melbourne is 10 km. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from Preston (Station) to Melbourne.
Where can I stay near Melbourne?
There are 4420+ hotels available in Melbourne. Prices start at $77.84 per night.
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