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

The cheapest way to get from Preston (Station) to Melbourne Zoo is to train which costs $6 and takes 58 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston (Station) to Melbourne Zoo is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $25 - $31.

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

No, there is no direct train from Preston (Station) station to Melbourne Zoo station. However, there are services departing from Preston Station and arriving at Royal Park Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 58 min.

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

The distance between Preston (Station) and Melbourne Zoo is 12 km.

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

The best way to get from Preston (Station) to Melbourne Zoo without a car is to line 527 bus and line 58 tram which takes 50 min and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 50 min to get from Preston (Station) to Melbourne Zoo, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Melbourne Zoo?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Preston (Station) to Melbourne Zoo by bus, tram, train, taxi, or foot

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Line 527 bus, line 58 tram
best
1. Take the bus from Preston Station/Murray Rd to Bell St/Sussex Stbus 527 / ...
2. Take the tram from Bell St/Melville Rd #45 to Royal Park Station/Royal Park #27tram 58
50 min
$12
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Preston Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Mernda
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Royal Park Stationtrain Upfield
58 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston (Station) to Melbourne Zootaxi 8.9 km
11 min
$25–31
Walk
1. Take the walk from Preston (Station) to Melbourne Zoowalk 8.6 km
1h 43m

Preston (Station) to Melbourne Zoo by bus, tram, and foot

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Distance: 12.1 km
Duration: 50 min

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

You can take a train from Preston Station to Melbourne Zoo via Flinders Street Station and Royal Park Station in around 58 min.

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