What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Rod Laver Arena?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Rod Laver Arena is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Rod Laver Arena?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Rod Laver Arena is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Rod Laver Arena?

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 Rod Laver Arena?

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 Rod Laver Arena?

The distance between Preston and Rod Laver Arena is 11 km. The road distance is 11 km.

How do I travel from Preston to Rod Laver Arena without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to Rod Laver Arena without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Rod Laver Arena?

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 Rod Laver Arena bus from?

Preston to Rod Laver Arena bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Mornane St/Victoria St station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Rod Laver Arena train from?

Preston to Rod Laver Arena train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Preston Station.

Train or bus from Preston to Rod Laver Arena?

The best way to get from Preston to Rod Laver Arena is to train which takes 36 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 251 bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the Preston to Rod Laver Arena bus arrive?

Preston to Rod Laver Arena bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Exhibition St/Lonsdale St station.

Where does the Preston to Rod Laver Arena train arrive?

Preston to Rod Laver Arena train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Jolimont-MCG Station.

Can I drive from Preston to Rod Laver Arena?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Rod Laver Arena is 11 km. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Preston to Rod Laver Arena.

Where can I stay near Rod Laver Arena?

There are 5289+ hotels available in Rod Laver Arena.

Preston to Rod Laver Arena - 5 ways to travel via train, line 251 bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Rod Laver Arena 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
36 min
$6
Drive 11 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Rod Laver Arenacar 11 km
12 min
$2–3
Line 251 bus
1. Take the bus from Mornane St/Victoria St to Exhibition St/Lonsdale Stbus 251
1h 5m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Rod Laver Arenataxi 11 km
12 min
$30–40
Line 86 tram
1. Take the tram from Osborne Gr/Plenty Rd #44 to Spring St/Bourke St #9tram 86
1h
$6

Preston to Rod Laver Arena by train and foot

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Distance: 10.9 km
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Preston, VIC, Australia and Rod Laver Arena, 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, 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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