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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Brisbane is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Brisbane is to fly and train which takes 1h 44m and costs $310 - $1,400.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Brisbane?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Brisbane. However, there are services departing from Toowoomba and arriving at Brisbane via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Brisbane?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Brisbane station. However, there are services departing from Helidon and arriving at Central station, platform 6 via Ipswich station, platform 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Preston to Brisbane?

The distance between Preston and Brisbane is 139 km. The road distance is 138.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Brisbane without a car is to bus which takes 2h 1m and costs $75 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Preston to Brisbane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Brisbane bus from?

Preston to Brisbane bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, depart from Toowoomba station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Brisbane train from?

Preston to Brisbane train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Helidon station.

Train or bus from Preston to Brisbane?

The best way to get from Preston to Brisbane is to bus which takes 2h 1m and costs $75 - $120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $150 - $460 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Preston to Brisbane bus arrive?

Preston to Brisbane bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, arrive at Brisbane station.

Where does the Preston to Brisbane train arrive?

Preston to Brisbane train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Ipswich station.

Can I drive from Preston to Brisbane?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Brisbane is 138 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Preston to Brisbane.

Where can I stay near Brisbane?

There are 2594+ hotels available in Brisbane.

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There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Brisbane by bus (Greyhound), train, car, or plane

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best
1. Take the bus from Toowoomba to Brisbanebus
2h 1m
$76–114
Drive 138.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Brisbanecar 138.2 km
1h 48m
$30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Helidon to Ipswichtrain Westlander
2. Take the train from Ipswich station, platform 1 to Central station, platform 6train Ipca / ...
3h 10m
$151–453
Fly, train
1. Fly from Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport (WTB) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane WTB - BNE
2. Take the train from International Airport Station to Central station, platform 1train
1h 44m
$316–1,353

Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport (WTB) to Brisbane Airport (BNE) flights

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Distance: 138.9 km
Duration: 2h 1m

What companies run services between Preston, QLD, Australia and Brisbane, QLD, Australia?

Murrays Coaches operates a bus from Toowoomba to Brisbane every 4 hours. Tickets cost $26–40 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Greyhound Australia also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Preston to Central station, platform 6 via Helidon and Ipswich station, platform 1 in around 3h 10m.

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