What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Melbourne Cricket Ground?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Melbourne Cricket Ground is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 11 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Melbourne Cricket Ground?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Melbourne Cricket Ground is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $28 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Melbourne Cricket Ground?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Melbourne Cricket Ground. However, there are services departing from Mornane St/Victoria St and arriving at Rowena Pde/Punt Rd via Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pde. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Melbourne Cricket Ground?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston Station station and arriving at Jolimont-MCG Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Preston to Melbourne Cricket Ground?

The distance between Preston and Melbourne Cricket Ground is 10 km. The road distance is 10.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Melbourne Cricket Ground without a car is to train which takes 29 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Melbourne Cricket Ground?

The train from Preston Station to Jolimont-MCG Station takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Preston to Melbourne Cricket Ground bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Melbourne Cricket Ground train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Melbourne Cricket Ground?

The best way to get from Preston to Melbourne Cricket Ground is to train which takes 29 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 251 bus and line 246 bus, which costs $6 and takes 50 min.

Where does the Preston to Melbourne Cricket Ground bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Melbourne Cricket Ground train arrive?

Preston to Melbourne Cricket Ground train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Jolimont-MCG Station.

Can I drive from Preston to Melbourne Cricket Ground?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Melbourne Cricket Ground is 10 km. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Preston to Melbourne Cricket Ground.

Where can I stay near Melbourne Cricket Ground?

There are 5291+ hotels available in Melbourne Cricket Ground.

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There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Melbourne Cricket Ground by train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston Station to Jolimont-MCG Stationtrain Mernda
29 min
$6
Drive 10.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Melbourne Cricket Groundcar 10.3 km
11 min
$2–3
Line 251 bus, line 246 bus
1. Take the bus from Mornane St/Victoria St to Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pdebus 251
2. Take the bus from Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pde to Rowena Pde/Punt Rdbus 246
50 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Melbourne Cricket Groundtaxi 10.3 km
11 min
$28–35
Line 86 tram
1. Take the tram from Osborne Gr/Plenty Rd #44 to Spring St/Bourke St #9tram 86
57 min
$6

Preston to Melbourne Cricket Ground by train and foot

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Distance: 10.3 km
Duration: 29 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Preston Station to Jolimont-MCG Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mornane St/Victoria St to Melbourne Cricket Ground via Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pde and Rowena Pde/Punt Rd in around 50 min.

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