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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Melbourne CBD is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 13 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Melbourne CBD is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Melbourne CBD?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mornane St/Victoria St and arriving at Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pde. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Melbourne CBD?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Osborne Gr/Plenty Rd #44 and arriving at Swanston St/Bourke St #6. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Preston to Melbourne CBD?

The distance between Preston and Melbourne CBD is 6 km. The road distance is 10.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Melbourne CBD without a car is to line 251 bus which takes 17 min and costs $6.

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

The line 251 bus from Mornane St/Victoria St to Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pde takes 17 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Preston to Melbourne CBD bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Melbourne CBD train arrive?

Preston to Melbourne CBD train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Swanston St/Bourke St #6 station.

Can I drive from Preston to Melbourne CBD?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Melbourne CBD is 11 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Preston to Melbourne CBD.

Where can I stay near Melbourne CBD?

There are 5299+ hotels available in Melbourne CBD.

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

How to get fromPreston to Melbourne CBD

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 251 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Mornane St/Victoria St to Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pdebus 251
17 min
$6
Drive 10.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Melbourne CBDcar 10.9 km
13 min
$2–3
Line 86 tram
1. Take the tram from Osborne Gr/Plenty Rd #44 to Swanston St/Bourke St #6tram 86
42 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Melbourne CBDtaxi 10.9 km
13 min
$30–40

Preston to Melbourne CBD by bus

249Weekly Buses

17 minAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Preston to Melbourne CBD.

Launch map view

Distance: 5.7 km
Duration: 17 min

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

Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Mornane St/Victoria St to Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pde hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 17 min. Alternatively, Yarra Trams operates a vehicle from Osborne Gr/Plenty Rd #44 to Swanston St/Bourke St #6 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 42 min.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around Australia

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.