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

The cheapest way to get from Geelong to Preston is to train which costs $14 - $18 and takes 1h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geelong to Preston is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs $14 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Geelong and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Geelong station to Preston. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station/Railway Tce and arriving at Mihil St/Victoria St via King St/Lonsdale St and Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Geelong and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Geelong station to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station and arriving at Preston Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Geelong to Preston?

The distance between Geelong and Preston is 94 km. The road distance is 81.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Geelong to Preston without a car is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs $14 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Geelong to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geelong to Preston bus from?

Geelong to Preston bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Geelong Station/Railway Tce.

Where do I catch the Geelong to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Geelong to Preston?

The best way to get from Geelong to Preston is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus and line 251 bus, which costs $13 - $28 and takes 2h 17m.

Where does the Geelong to Preston bus arrive?

Geelong to Preston bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where does the Geelong to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Geelong to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Geelong to Preston is 81 km. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Geelong to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 5199+ hotels available in Preston.

Geelong to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 251 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Geelong
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Preston Stationtrain Mernda
1h 43m
$14–17
Bus, line 251 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Geelong
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St to Mihil St/Victoria Stbus 251
2h 17m
$13–27
Drive 81.5 km
1. Drive from Geelong to Prestoncar 81.5 km
1h 6m
$15–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Geelong to Prestontaxi 81.5 km
1h 6m
$180–230

Geelong to Preston by train

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1h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 94 km
Duration: 1h 43m

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

You can take a train from Geelong Station to Preston Station via Southern Cross Station in around 1h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Mihil St/Victoria St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, King St/Lonsdale St, Swanston St/Lonsdale St, and Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St in around 2h 17m.

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