What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Preston (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Preston (Station) is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Preston (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Preston (Station) is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $27 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne CBD and Preston (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne CBD to Preston (Station) station. However, there are services departing from Little Lonsdale St/Exhibition St and arriving at Preston Station/Murray Rd via Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne CBD and Preston (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Parliament Station station and arriving at Preston Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from Melbourne CBD to Preston (Station)?

The distance between Melbourne CBD and Preston (Station) is 11 km. The road distance is 9.7 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne CBD to Preston (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne CBD to Preston (Station) without a car is to train which takes 23 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne CBD to Preston (Station)?

The train from Parliament Station to Preston Station takes 23 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Melbourne CBD to Preston (Station) bus from?

Melbourne CBD to Preston (Station) bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Little Lonsdale St/Exhibition St station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne CBD to Preston (Station) train from?

Melbourne CBD to Preston (Station) train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Parliament Station.

Train or bus from Melbourne CBD to Preston (Station)?

The best way to get from Melbourne CBD to Preston (Station) is to train which takes 23 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 251 bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h.

Where does the Melbourne CBD to Preston (Station) bus arrive?

Melbourne CBD to Preston (Station) bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd station.

Where does the Melbourne CBD to Preston (Station) train arrive?

Melbourne CBD to Preston (Station) train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Preston Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne CBD to Preston (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne CBD to Preston (Station) is 10 km. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Melbourne CBD to Preston (Station).

Where can I stay near Preston (Station)?

There are 5095+ hotels available in Preston (Station).

Melbourne CBD to Preston (Station) - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Melbourne CBD to Preston (Station) by train, bus, taxi, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Parliament Station to Preston Stationtrain Mernda
23 min
$6
Drive 9.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne CBD to Preston (Station)car 9.7 km
12 min
$2–3
Line 251 bus
1. Take the bus from Little Lonsdale St/Exhibition St to Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rdbus 251
1h
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne CBD to Preston (Station)taxi 9.7 km
12 min
$27–35

Melbourne CBD to Preston (Station) by train

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Distance: 10.9 km
Duration: 23 min

What companies run services between Melbourne CBD, VIC, Australia and Preston (Station), VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Parliament Station to Preston Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 23 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Little Lonsdale St/Exhibition St to Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 47 min.

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