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

The cheapest way to get from Cranbourne to Preston is to train and line 86 tram which costs $12 and takes 1h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cranbourne to Preston is to drive which takes 44 min and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between Cranbourne and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Cranbourne to Preston. However, there are services departing from Cranbourne Park SC/Lyall St and arriving at Victoria St/Bell St via Dandenong Station/Foster St and Greensborough Station/Main St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Cranbourne and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Cranbourne station to Preston. However, there are services departing from Cranbourne Station and arriving at Seymour St/Plenty Rd #44 via Swanston St/Bourke St #6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Cranbourne to Preston?

The distance between Cranbourne and Preston is 53 km. The road distance is 54 km.

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

The best way to get from Cranbourne to Preston without a car is to train and line 86 tram which takes 1h 51m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Cranbourne to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cranbourne to Preston bus from?

Cranbourne to Preston bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Cranbourne Park SC/Lyall St station.

Where do I catch the Cranbourne to Preston train from?

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

Where does the Cranbourne to Preston bus arrive?

Cranbourne to Preston bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Dandenong Station/Foster St.

Where does the Cranbourne to Preston train arrive?

Cranbourne to Preston train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Town Hall Station.

Can I drive from Cranbourne to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Cranbourne to Preston is 54 km. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Cranbourne to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 5195+ hotels available in Preston.

Cranbourne to Preston - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 86 tram

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

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Train, line 86 tram
best
1. Take the train from Cranbourne Station to Town Hall Stationtrain Cranbourne
2. Take the tram from Swanston St/Bourke St #6 to Seymour St/Plenty Rd #44tram 86
1h 51m
$12
Drive 54 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cranbourne to Prestoncar 54 km
44 min
$10–14
Line 893 bus, bus, line 514 bus
1. Take the bus from Cranbourne Park SC/Lyall St to Dandenong Station/Foster Stbus 893 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dandenong Station/Foster St to Greensborough Station/Para Rdbus 901
3. Take the bus from Greensborough Station/Main St to Victoria St/Bell Stbus 514
4h 5m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cranbourne to Prestontaxi 54 km
44 min
$120–160
Train, line 251 bus
1. Take the train from Cranbourne Station to Town Hall Stationtrain Cranbourne
2. Take the bus from Little Collins St/Queen St to Mihil St/Victoria Stbus 251
2h 11m
$12

Cranbourne to Preston by train, foot, and tram

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Distance: 53.2 km
Duration: 1h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Cranbourne Park SC/Lyall St to Victoria St/Bell St via Dandenong Station/Foster St, Greensborough Station/Para Rd, and Greensborough Station/Main St in around 4h 5m.

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