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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Frankston is to train which costs $6 and takes 1h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Frankston is to drive which takes 51 min and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Frankston?

No, there is no direct train from Preston station to Frankston station. However, there are services departing from Preston Station and arriving at Frankston Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Preston to Frankston?

The distance between Preston and Frankston is 54 km. The road distance is 48.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Frankston without a car is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Preston to Frankston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Frankston train from?

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

Where does the Preston to Frankston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Frankston?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Frankston is 49 km. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Preston to Frankston.

Where can I stay near Frankston?

There are 592+ hotels available in Frankston.

Preston to Frankston - 4 ways to travel via train, car, taxi, and line 251 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Frankston by train, car, taxi, or bus

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1. Take the train from Preston Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Mernda
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Frankston Stationtrain Frankston
1h 38m
$6
Drive 48.8 km
1. Drive from Preston to Frankstoncar 48.8 km
51 min
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Frankstontaxi 48.8 km
51 min
$110–140
Line 251 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mornane St/Victoria St to Little Collins St/Queen Stbus 251
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Frankston Stationtrain Frankston
2h 11m
$12

Preston to Frankston by train

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1h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 53.9 km
Duration: 1h 38m

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

You can take a train from Preston Station to Frankston Station via Flinders Street Station in around 1h 38m.

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