What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Balwyn North?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Balwyn North is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Balwyn North?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Balwyn North is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Balwyn North?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Balwyn North. However, there are services departing from Kathleen St/Murray Rd and arriving at Greythorn SC/Doncaster Rd via Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Balwyn North?

No, there is no direct train from Preston station to Balwyn North. However, there are services departing from Preston Station and arriving at Balwyn Rd/Doncaster Rd #51 via Jolimont Station-MCG/Wellington Pde #11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Preston to Balwyn North?

The distance between Preston and Balwyn North is 20 km. The road distance is 11.6 km.

How do I travel from Preston to Balwyn North without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to Balwyn North without a car is to train and line 48 tram which takes 1h 2m and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Balwyn North?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Balwyn North bus from?

Preston to Balwyn North bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Kathleen St/Murray Rd station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Balwyn North train from?

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

Where does the Preston to Balwyn North bus arrive?

Preston to Balwyn North bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd station.

Where does the Preston to Balwyn North train arrive?

Preston to Balwyn North train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Jolimont-MCG Station.

Can I drive from Preston to Balwyn North?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Balwyn North is 12 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Preston to Balwyn North.

Where can I stay near Balwyn North?

There are 5291+ hotels available in Balwyn North.

Preston to Balwyn North - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 48 tram

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

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Train, line 48 tram
best
1. Take the train from Preston Station to Jolimont-MCG Stationtrain Mernda
2. Take the tram from Jolimont Station-MCG/Wellington Pde #11 to Balwyn Rd/Doncaster Rd #51tram 48
1h 2m
$12
Drive 11.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Balwyn Northcar 11.6 km
13 min
$3
Line 903 bus
1. Take the bus from Kathleen St/Murray Rd to Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rdbus 903
1h 8m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Balwyn Northtaxi 11.6 km
13 min
$30–40
Line 251 bus, line 207 bus
1. Take the bus from Mornane St/Victoria St to Melbourne Central/Lonsdale Stbus 251
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St to Sylvander St/Doncaster Rdbus 207
1h 45m
$6

Preston to Balwyn North by train and tram

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Distance: 19.6 km
Duration: 1h 2m

What companies run services between Preston, VIC, Australia and Balwyn North, VIC, Australia?

Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Kathleen St/Murray Rd to Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 46 min.

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