What is the cheapest way to get from Caroline Springs to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Caroline Springs to Preston is to line 456 bus and line 903 bus which costs $6 and takes 2h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Caroline Springs to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Caroline Springs to Preston is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs $65 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Caroline Springs and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Caroline Springs to Preston. However, there are services departing from Brookside Recreation Reserve/Rockbank Middle Rd and arriving at Gordon Gr/Murray Rd via Sunshine Station/Dickson St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Caroline Springs and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Caroline Springs station to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Caroline Springs Station and arriving at Preston Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Caroline Springs to Preston?

The distance between Caroline Springs and Preston is 38 km. The road distance is 28.5 km.

How do I travel from Caroline Springs to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Caroline Springs to Preston without a car is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs $18 - $23.

How long does it take to get from Caroline Springs to Preston?

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Caroline Springs to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caroline Springs to Preston bus from?

Caroline Springs to Preston bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Brookside Recreation Reserve/Rockbank Middle Rd station.

Where do I catch the Caroline Springs to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Caroline Springs to Preston?

The best way to get from Caroline Springs to Preston is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs $18 - $23. Alternatively, you can line 456 bus and line 903 bus, which costs $6 and takes 2h 3m.

Where does the Caroline Springs to Preston bus arrive?

Caroline Springs to Preston bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Sunshine Station/Dickson St.

Where does the Caroline Springs to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Caroline Springs to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Caroline Springs to Preston is 29 km. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Caroline Springs to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

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Caroline Springs to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 456 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Caroline Springs to Preston by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Caroline Springs Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Preston Stationtrain Mernda
1h 31m
$19–23
Line 456 bus, line 903 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brookside Recreation Reserve/Rockbank Middle Rd to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 456
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Gordon Gr/Murray Rdbus 903
2h 3m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Caroline Springs to Prestontaxi 28.5 km
28 min
$65–85
Drive 28.5 km
1. Drive from Caroline Springs to Prestoncar 28.5 km
28 min
$6–8

Caroline Springs to Preston by bus and train

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1h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 37.7 km
Duration: 1h 31m

What companies run services between Caroline Springs, VIC, Australia and Preston, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from The Grove/Caroline Springs Bvd to Preston Station via Caroline Springs Station/Christies Rd, Caroline Springs Station, and Southern Cross Station in around 1h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brookside Recreation Reserve/Rockbank Middle Rd to Gordon Gr/Murray Rd via Sunshine Station/Dickson St in around 2h 3m.

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