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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Adelaide is to bus via Osborne Gr/Plenty Rd #44 which costs $16 - $70 and takes 13h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Adelaide is to line 86 tram and fly which takes 4h 20m and costs $130 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Adelaide?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Adelaide. However, there are services departing from Mornane St/Victoria St and arriving at Adelaide via Southern Cross Coach Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Adelaide?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Adelaide station. However, there are services departing from Osborne Gr/Plenty Rd #44 and arriving at Adelaide Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 21m.

How far is it from Preston to Adelaide?

The distance between Preston and Adelaide is 681 km. The road distance is 724.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Adelaide without a car is to bus which takes 12h 13m and costs $100 - $105.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Preston to Adelaide, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Adelaide bus from?

Preston to Adelaide bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Adelaide train from?

Preston to Adelaide train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train or bus from Preston to Adelaide?

The best way to get from Preston to Adelaide is to bus which takes 12h 13m and costs $100 - $105. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $140 - $390 and takes 12h 21m.

Where does the Preston to Adelaide bus arrive?

Preston to Adelaide bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Adelaide station.

What is the time difference between Preston and Adelaide?

Adelaide is 30 min behind Preston. It is currently 6:54 AM in Preston and 6:24 AM in Adelaide.

Where does the Preston to Adelaide train arrive?

Preston to Adelaide train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at Adelaide Station.

Can I drive from Preston to Adelaide?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Adelaide is 725 km. It takes approximately 8h 11m to drive from Preston to Adelaide.

Where can I stay near Adelaide?

There are 1606+ hotels available in Adelaide.

Preston to Adelaide - 5 ways to travel via train, line 86 tram, plane, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Adelaide by tram, plane, bus, train, or car

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Line 86 tram, fly
best
1. Take the tram from Osborne Gr/Plenty Rd #44 to Spencer St/Bourke St #1tram
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)plane MEL - ADL
4h 20m
$134–368
Bus via Osborne Gr/Plenty Rd #44
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to 85 Franklin Stbus Coach
13h 43m
$16–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Adelaidebus Adelaide
12h 13m
$101–105
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Adelaide Stationtrain The Overland
12h 21m
$146–386
Drive 724.6 km
1. Drive from Preston to Adelaidecar 724.6 km
8h 11m
$130–188

Preston to Adelaide by bus and foot

14Weekly Services

12h 13mAverage Duration

$101Cheapest Price

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Distance: 680.6 km
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Preston, VIC, Australia and Adelaide, SA, Australia?

Firefly Express operates a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Adelaide twice daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 10h 15m. Alternatively, Journey Beyond - The Overland operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Adelaide Station twice a week. Tickets cost $140–380 and the journey takes 10h 30m.

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