What is the cheapest way to get from Bacchus Marsh to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Bacchus Marsh to Preston is to drive which costs $10 - $15 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Bacchus Marsh to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Bacchus Marsh to Preston is to drive which takes 46 min and costs $10 - $15.

Is there a direct bus between Bacchus Marsh and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Bacchus Marsh to Preston. However, there are services departing from Bacchus Marsh and arriving at Mihil St/Victoria St via Bourke St/Queen St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Bacchus Marsh and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Bacchus Marsh station to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Bacchus Marsh Station and arriving at Preston Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Bacchus Marsh to Preston?

The distance between Bacchus Marsh and Preston is 64 km. The road distance is 57 km.

How do I travel from Bacchus Marsh to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Bacchus Marsh to Preston without a car is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs $14 - $17.

How long does it take to get from Bacchus Marsh to Preston?

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Bacchus Marsh to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bacchus Marsh to Preston bus from?

Bacchus Marsh to Preston bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Bacchus Marsh station.

Where do I catch the Bacchus Marsh to Preston train from?

Bacchus Marsh to Preston train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Bacchus Marsh Station.

Train or bus from Bacchus Marsh to Preston?

The best way to get from Bacchus Marsh to Preston is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs $14 - $17. Alternatively, you can bus and line 251 bus, which costs $101 - $105 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Bacchus Marsh to Preston bus arrive?

Bacchus Marsh to Preston bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Bacchus Marsh to Preston train arrive?

Bacchus Marsh to Preston train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Bacchus Marsh to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Bacchus Marsh to Preston is 57 km. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Bacchus Marsh to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 5189+ hotels available in Preston.

Bacchus Marsh to Preston - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 251 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Bacchus Marsh to Preston by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bacchus Marsh Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Preston Stationtrain Mernda
1h 29m
$14–17
Drive 57 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Bacchus Marsh to Prestoncar 57 km
46 min
$11–15
Train, line 251 bus
1. Take the train from Bacchus Marsh Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the bus from Bourke St/Queen St to Mihil St/Victoria Stbus 251
2h 8m
$14–17
Train, line 903 bus
1. Take the train from Bacchus Marsh Station to Sunshine Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Kathleen St/Murray Rdbus 903
2h 11m
$14–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bacchus Marsh to Prestontaxi 57 km
46 min
$130–160
Bus, line 251 bus
1. Take the bus from Bacchus Marsh to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
2. Take the bus from Bourke St/Queen St to Mihil St/Victoria Stbus 251
2h 15m
$101–105

Bacchus Marsh to Preston by train

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Distance: 64.2 km
Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between Bacchus Marsh, VIC, Australia and Preston, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Bacchus Marsh Station to Preston Station via Southern Cross Station in around 1h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bacchus Marsh to Mihil St/Victoria St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal and Bourke St/Queen St in around 2h 15m.

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