What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Melbourne Central Station?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Melbourne Central Station?

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

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Melbourne Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mornane St/Victoria St and arriving at Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Melbourne Central Station?

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 Central Station?

The distance between Preston and Melbourne Central Station is 12 km. The road distance is 10.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Melbourne Central Station without a car is to line 251 bus which takes 48 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Melbourne Central Station?

The line 251 bus from Mornane St/Victoria St to Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St takes 44 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Preston to Melbourne Central Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Melbourne Central Station train from?

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

Where does the Preston to Melbourne Central Station bus arrive?

Preston to Melbourne Central Station bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St station.

Where does the Preston to Melbourne Central Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Melbourne Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Melbourne Central Station is 10 km. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Preston to Melbourne Central Station.

Where can I stay near Melbourne Central Station?

There are 5301+ hotels available in Melbourne Central Station.

Preston to Melbourne Central Station - 4 ways to travel via line 251 bus

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

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Line 251 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Mornane St/Victoria St to Melbourne Central/Lonsdale Stbus 251
48 min
$6
Drive 10.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Melbourne Central Stationcar 10.4 km
12 min
$2–3
Line 86 tram
1. Take the tram from Osborne Gr/Plenty Rd #44 to Swanston St/Bourke St #6tram 86
49 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Melbourne Central Stationtaxi 10.4 km
12 min
$29–35

Preston to Melbourne Central Station by bus and foot

249Weekly Services

48 minAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 12.5 km
Duration: 48 min

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

Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Mornane St/Victoria St to Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 44 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.

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