What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Federation Square?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Federation Square is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Federation Square?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Federation Square is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $29 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Federation Square?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mornane St/Victoria St and arriving at Exhibition St/Lonsdale St. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Federation Square?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston Station station and arriving at Flinders Street Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Preston to Federation Square?

The distance between Preston and Federation Square is 12 km. The road distance is 10.7 km.

How do I travel from Preston to Federation Square without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to Federation Square without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Federation Square?

The train from Preston Station to Flinders Street Station takes 24 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Preston to Federation Square bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Federation Square train from?

Preston to Federation Square train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Preston Station.

Train or bus from Preston to Federation Square?

The best way to get from Preston to Federation Square is to train which takes 27 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 251 bus via Exhibition St/Lonsdale St, which costs $6 and takes 54 min.

Where does the Preston to Federation Square bus arrive?

Preston to Federation Square bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Exhibition St/Lonsdale St station.

Where does the Preston to Federation Square train arrive?

Preston to Federation Square train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Flinders Street Station.

Can I drive from Preston to Federation Square?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Federation Square is 11 km. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Preston to Federation Square.

Where can I stay near Federation Square?

There are 5279+ hotels available in Federation Square.

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There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Federation Square by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Mernda
27 min
$6
Drive 10.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Federation Squarecar 10.7 km
12 min
$2–3
Line 251 bus via Exhibition St/Lonsdale St
1. Take the bus from Mornane St/Victoria St to Exhibition St/Lonsdale Stbus 251
54 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Federation Squaretaxi 10.7 km
12 min
$29–35
Line 251 bus
1. Take the bus from Mornane St/Victoria St to Little Collins St/Queen Stbus 251
59 min
$6

Preston to Federation Square by train and foot

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Distance: 11.5 km
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Preston, VIC, Australia and Federation Square, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Preston Station to Flinders Street Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 24 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Mornane St/Victoria St to Exhibition St/Lonsdale St hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 42 min.

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