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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Preston is to train and line 903 bus which costs $14 - $18 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Preston is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Preston. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Mihil St/Victoria St via Bourke St/Queen St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Preston Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Preston?

The distance between Ballarat and Preston is 127 km. The road distance is 113.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Preston without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs $14 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Ballarat to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Preston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Preston?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Preston is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus and line 251 bus, which costs $101 - $105 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Ballarat to Preston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Preston is 114 km. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Ballarat to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

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There are 4 ways to get from Ballarat to Preston by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Preston Stationtrain Mernda
2h 6m
$15–18
Train, line 903 bus
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Sunshine Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Kathleen St/Murray Rdbus 903
2h 48m
$15–18
Drive 113.9 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Prestoncar 113.9 km
1h 22m
$21–30
Bus, line 251 bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
2. Take the bus from Bourke St/Queen St to Mihil St/Victoria Stbus 251
2h 50m
$101–105

Ballarat to Preston by train

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Distance: 127 km
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Ballarat, VIC, Australia and Preston, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Preston Station via Southern Cross Station in around 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat to Mihil St/Victoria St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal and Bourke St/Queen St in around 2h 50m.

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