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

The cheapest way to get from Craigieburn to Preston is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Craigieburn to Preston is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct train between Craigieburn and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Craigieburn station to Preston. However, there are services departing from Craigieburn Station and arriving at Seymour St/Plenty Rd #44 via Spring St/Bourke St #9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from Craigieburn to Preston?

The distance between Craigieburn and Preston is 24 km. The road distance is 21 km.

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

The best way to get from Craigieburn to Preston without a car is to train and line 514 bus which takes 1h 3m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 3m to get from Craigieburn to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Craigieburn to Preston train from?

Craigieburn to Preston train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Craigieburn Station.

Where does the Craigieburn to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Craigieburn to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Craigieburn to Preston is 21 km. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Craigieburn to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 5202+ hotels available in Preston.

Craigieburn to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 514 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Craigieburn to Preston by train, bus, tram, taxi, or car

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Train, line 514 bus
best
1. Take the train from Craigieburn Station to Glenroy Stationtrain Craigieburn
2. Take the bus from Glenroy Station/Hartington St to O'Keefe St/Bell Stbus 513 / ...
1h 3m
$12
Drive 21 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Craigieburn to Prestoncar 21 km
20 min
$4–6
Train, line 86 tram
1. Take the train from Craigieburn Station to Parliament Stationtrain Craigieburn
2. Take the tram from Spring St/Bourke St #9 to Seymour St/Plenty Rd #44tram 86
1h 26m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Craigieburn to Prestontaxi 21 km
20 min
$50–65

Craigieburn to Preston by train and bus

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1h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 23.9 km
Duration: 1h 3m

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

There is no direct connection from Craigieburn to Preston. However, you can take the train to Glenroy Station, walk to Glenroy Station/Hartington St, then take the line 513 bus to O'Keefe St/Bell St. Alternatively, you can take a train from Craigieburn Station to Seymour St/Plenty Rd #44 via Parliament Station and Spring St/Bourke St #9 in around 1h 26m.

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