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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Daylesford is to line 86 tram and train and bus which costs $19 - $24 and takes 3h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Daylesford is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Daylesford?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Daylesford. However, there are services departing from Mornane St/Victoria St and arriving at CFA/Bridport St via Bourke St/Queen St, Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Woodend Station/Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Preston to Daylesford?

The distance between Preston and Daylesford is 123 km. The road distance is 108.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Daylesford without a car is to line 86 tram and train and bus which takes 3h 57m and costs $19 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Preston to Daylesford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Daylesford bus from?

Preston to Daylesford bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Mornane St/Victoria St station.

Where does the Preston to Daylesford bus arrive?

Preston to Daylesford bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Little Collins St/Queen St station.

Can I drive from Preston to Daylesford?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Daylesford is 108 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Preston to Daylesford.

Where can I stay near Daylesford?

There are 563+ hotels available in Daylesford.

Preston to Daylesford - 3 ways to travel via train, line 86 tram, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Preston to Daylesford by tram, train, bus, or car

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Line 86 tram, train, bus
best
1. Take the tram from Osborne Gr/Plenty Rd #44 to Spencer St/Bourke St #1tram 86
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballan Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Ballan Station/Atkinson St to CFA/Bridport Stbus
3h 57m
$20–24
Line 251 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mornane St/Victoria St to Little Collins St/Queen Stbus 251
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Woodend Station/Station Stbus
3. Take the bus from Woodend Station/Station St to CFA/Bridport Stbus
4h 45m
$14–40
Drive 108.1 km
1. Drive from Preston to Daylesfordcar 108.1 km
1h 28m
$20–28

Preston to Daylesford by tram, train, and bus

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3h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 123 km
Duration: 3h 57m

What companies run services between Preston, VIC, Australia and Daylesford, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Mornane St/Victoria St to CFA/Bridport St via Little Collins St/Queen St, Bourke St/Queen St, Lonsdale St/Spencer St, Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, and Woodend Station/Station St in around 4h 45m.

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