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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Echuca is to line 86 tram and bus which costs $8 - $29 and takes 4h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Echuca is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Echuca?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Echuca station. However, there are services departing from Osborne Gr/Plenty Rd #44 and arriving at Echuca Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Preston to Echuca?

The distance between Preston and Echuca is 226 km. The road distance is 201.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Echuca without a car is to line 86 tram and bus which takes 4h 52m and costs $8 - $29.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Preston to Echuca, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Echuca train from?

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

Where does the Preston to Echuca train arrive?

Preston to Echuca train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Spencer St/Bourke St #1 station.

Can I drive from Preston to Echuca?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Echuca is 201 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Preston to Echuca.

Where can I stay near Echuca?

There are 131+ hotels available in Echuca.

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

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

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Line 86 tram, bus
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1. Take the tram from Osborne Gr/Plenty Rd #44 to Lonsdale St/Spencer St #120tram 86
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Echuca Station/Sturt Stbus Coach
4h 52m
$8–28
Line 86 tram, train
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 Echuca Stationtrain Bendigo
5h 2m
$16–20
Drive 201.3 km
1. Drive from Preston to Echucacar 201.3 km
2h 28m
$37–53

Preston to Echuca by tram and bus

10Weekly Services

4h 52mAverage Duration

$8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 225.9 km
Duration: 4h 52m

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

There is no direct connection from Preston to Echuca. However, you can take the line 86 vehicle to Lonsdale St/Spencer St #120, walk to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, then take the bus to Echuca Station/Sturt St. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Osborne Gr/Plenty Rd #44 to Echuca Station via Spencer St/Bourke St #1 and Southern Cross Station in around 5h 2m.

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