What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to East Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to East Melbourne is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 10 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to East Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Preston to East Melbourne is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs $25 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and East Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to East Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Mornane St/Victoria St and arriving at York St/Hoddle St via Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pde. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37 min.

Is there a direct train between Preston and East Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Osborne Gr/Plenty Rd #44 and arriving at Gertrude St/Smith St #15. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Preston to East Melbourne?

The distance between Preston and East Melbourne is 7 km. The road distance is 8.7 km.

How do I travel from Preston to East Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to East Melbourne without a car is to line 86 tram which takes 30 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Preston to East Melbourne?

The line 86 tram from Osborne Gr/Plenty Rd #44 to Gertrude St/Smith St #15 takes 30 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Preston to East Melbourne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to East Melbourne train from?

Preston to East Melbourne train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from Osborne Gr/Plenty Rd #44 station.

Where does the Preston to East Melbourne bus arrive?

Preston to East Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pde station.

Where does the Preston to East Melbourne train arrive?

Preston to East Melbourne train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Gertrude St/Smith St #15 station.

Can I drive from Preston to East Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to East Melbourne is 9 km. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from Preston to East Melbourne.

Where can I stay near East Melbourne?

There are 5294+ hotels available in East Melbourne.

Preston to East Melbourne - 4 ways to travel via line 86 tram, and line 251 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Preston to East Melbourne by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Line 86 tram
best
1. Take the tram from Osborne Gr/Plenty Rd #44 to Gertrude St/Smith St #15tram 86
30 min
$6
Drive 8.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to East Melbournecar 8.7 km
10 min
$2–3
Line 251 bus, line 246 bus
1. Take the bus from Mornane St/Victoria St to Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pdebus 251
2. Take the bus from Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pde to York St/Hoddle Stbus 246
37 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to East Melbournetaxi 8.7 km
10 min
$25–30

Preston to East Melbourne by tram

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Distance: 7.2 km
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Preston, VIC, Australia and East Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Yarra Trams operates a vehicle from Osborne Gr/Plenty Rd #44 to Gertrude St/Smith St #15 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mornane St/Victoria St to York St/Hoddle St via Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pde in around 37 min.

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