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

The cheapest way to get from Footscray to Preston is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 18 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Footscray to Preston is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $35 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Footscray and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Footscray station to Preston. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station/Irving St and arriving at Mihil St/Victoria St via Bourke St/Queen St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Footscray and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Footscray station to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station and arriving at Preston Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Footscray to Preston?

The distance between Footscray and Preston is 19 km. The road distance is 15 km.

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

The best way to get from Footscray to Preston without a car is to train which takes 47 min and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 47 min to get from Footscray to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Preston bus from?

Footscray to Preston bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Footscray Station/Irving St.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Footscray to Preston?

The best way to get from Footscray to Preston is to train which takes 47 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 216 bus and line 251 bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Footscray to Preston bus arrive?

Footscray to Preston bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Bourke St/Queen St station.

Where does the Footscray to Preston train arrive?

Footscray to Preston train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Footscray to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Footscray to Preston is 15 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Footscray to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 5195+ hotels available in Preston.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Footscray Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Williamstown / ...
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Preston Stationtrain Mernda
47 min
$6
Drive 15 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Footscray to Prestoncar 15 km
18 min
$3–4
Line 216 bus, line 251 bus
1. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Bourke St/Queen Stbus 216
2. Take the bus from Bourke St/Queen St to Mihil St/Victoria Stbus 251
1h 30m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Footscray to Prestontaxi 15 km
18 min
$35–50
Train, line 251 bus
1. Take the train from Footscray Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Clifton Hill Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pde to Raglan St/Victoria Stbus 251
1h 5m
$12

Footscray to Preston by train

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Distance: 19.3 km
Duration: 47 min

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

You can take a train from Footscray Station to Preston Station via Southern Cross Station in around 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Mihil St/Victoria St via Bourke St/Queen St in around 1h 30m.

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