What is the cheapest way to get from Carrum Downs to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Carrum Downs to Preston is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 43 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Carrum Downs to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Carrum Downs to Preston is to drive which takes 43 min and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct bus between Carrum Downs and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrum Downs to Preston. However, there are services departing from Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd and arriving at Victoria St/Bell St via Greensborough Station/Main St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Carrum Downs and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Carrum Downs station to Preston. However, there are services departing from Kananook Station and arriving at Seymour St/Plenty Rd #44 via Spring St/Bourke St #9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Carrum Downs to Preston?

The distance between Carrum Downs and Preston is 53 km. The road distance is 49.3 km.

How do I travel from Carrum Downs to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Carrum Downs to Preston without a car is to train and line 86 tram which takes 2h 1m and costs $18.

How long does it take to get from Carrum Downs to Preston?

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Carrum Downs to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrum Downs to Preston bus from?

Carrum Downs to Preston bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd station.

Where do I catch the Carrum Downs to Preston train from?

Carrum Downs to Preston train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Kananook Station.

Where does the Carrum Downs to Preston bus arrive?

Carrum Downs to Preston bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Greensborough Station/Para Rd.

Where does the Carrum Downs to Preston train arrive?

Carrum Downs to Preston train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Parliament Station.

Can I drive from Carrum Downs to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrum Downs to Preston is 49 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Carrum Downs to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 5202+ hotels available in Preston.

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

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Train, line 86 tram
best
1. Take the train from Kananook Station to Parliament Stationtrain Frankston
2. Take the tram from Spring St/Bourke St #9 to Seymour St/Plenty Rd #44tram 86
2h 1m
$18
Drive 49.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Carrum Downs to Prestoncar 49.3 km
43 min
$9–13
Bus, line 514 bus
1. Take the bus from Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd to Greensborough Station/Para Rdbus 901
2. Take the bus from Greensborough Station/Main St to Victoria St/Bell Stbus 514
3h 38m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carrum Downs to Prestontaxi 49.3 km
43 min
$110–140
Train, line 251 bus
1. Take the train from Kananook Station to Melbourne Central Stationtrain Frankston
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St to Mihil St/Victoria Stbus 251
2h 22m
$18

Carrum Downs to Preston by bus, train, and tram

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Distance: 53.4 km
Duration: 2h 1m

What companies run services between Carrum Downs, VIC, Australia and Preston, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd to Victoria St/Bell St via Greensborough Station/Para Rd and Greensborough Station/Main St in around 3h 38m.

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