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

The cheapest way to get from Malvern to Preston is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Malvern to Preston is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Malvern and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Malvern station to Preston. However, there are services departing from Malvern Station and arriving at Seymour St/Plenty Rd #44 via Spring St/Bourke St #9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Malvern to Preston?

The distance between Malvern and Preston is 17 km. The road distance is 14.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Malvern to Preston without a car is to train and line 86 tram which takes 58 min and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 58 min to get from Malvern to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Malvern to Preston train from?

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

Where does the Malvern to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Malvern to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Malvern to Preston is 14 km. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Malvern to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 5214+ hotels available in Preston.

Malvern to Preston - 5 ways to travel via train, line 86 tram, and line 246 bus

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

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Train, line 86 tram
best
1. Take the train from Malvern Station to Parliament Stationtrain Frankston
2. Take the tram from Spring St/Bourke St #9 to Seymour St/Plenty Rd #44tram 86
58 min
$12
Drive 14.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Malvern to Prestoncar 14.4 km
16 min
$3–4
Train, line 246 bus, line 251 bus
1. Take the train from Malvern Station to Richmond Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Swan St/Punt Rd to Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pdebus 246
3. Take the bus from Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pde to Mihil St/Victoria Stbus 251
1h 11m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Malvern to Prestontaxi 14.4 km
16 min
$35–45
Line 6 tram, line 251 bus
1. Take the tram from Fraser St/High St #46 to Melbourne Central Station/Swanston St #8tram 6
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St to Mihil St/Victoria Stbus 251
1h 43m
$12

Malvern to Preston by train and tram

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Distance: 17.4 km
Duration: 58 min

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

There is no direct connection from Malvern to Preston. However, you can take the train to Parliament Station, walk to Spring St/Bourke St #9, then take the line 86 vehicle to Seymour St/Plenty Rd #44. Alternatively, you can take a train from Malvern Station to Mihil St/Victoria St via Richmond Station, Swan St/Punt Rd, and Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pde in around 1h 11m.

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