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

The cheapest way to get from Balwyn to Preston is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 13 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Balwyn to Preston is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Balwyn and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Balwyn to Preston. However, there are services departing from Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd and arriving at Mihil St/Victoria St via Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Balwyn and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Balwyn to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Balwyn Rd/Whitehorse Rd #47 and arriving at Preston Station via North Richmond Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Balwyn to Preston?

The distance between Balwyn and Preston is 17 km. The road distance is 11.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Balwyn to Preston without a car is to line 109 tram and train which takes 53 min and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Balwyn to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balwyn to Preston bus from?

Balwyn to Preston bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd station.

Where do I catch the Balwyn to Preston train from?

Balwyn to Preston train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from Balwyn Rd/Whitehorse Rd #47 station.

Where does the Balwyn to Preston bus arrive?

Balwyn to Preston bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St station.

Where does the Balwyn to Preston train arrive?

Balwyn to Preston train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at North Richmond station.

Can I drive from Balwyn to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Balwyn to Preston is 12 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Balwyn to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 5199+ hotels available in Preston.

Balwyn to Preston - 5 ways to travel via train, line 109 tram, and line 302 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Balwyn to Preston by tram, train, bus, taxi, or car

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Line 109 tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Balwyn Rd/Whitehorse Rd #47 to North Richmondtram 109
2. Take the train from North Richmond Station to Preston Stationtrain Mernda
53 min
$12
Drive 11.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Balwyn to Prestoncar 11.7 km
13 min
$3
Line 302 bus, line 251 bus
1. Take the bus from Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd to Melbourne Central/Lonsdale Stbus 302 / ...
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St to Mihil St/Victoria Stbus 251
1h 35m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balwyn to Prestontaxi 11.7 km
13 min
$30–40
Line 109 tram, line 251 bus
1. Take the tram from Balwyn Rd/Whitehorse Rd #47 to North Richmondtram 109
2. Take the bus from Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pde to Raglan St/Victoria Stbus 251
1h 11m
$18

Balwyn to Preston by tram and train

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Distance: 16.6 km
Duration: 53 min

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

You can take a bus from Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd to Mihil St/Victoria St via Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St in around 1h 35m.

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