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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Thomastown is to train which takes 11 min and costs $6.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Thomastown?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd and arriving at Spring St/High St. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Thomastown?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston Station station and arriving at Thomastown Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from Preston to Thomastown?

The distance between Preston and Thomastown is 7 km. The road distance is 9.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Thomastown without a car is to train which takes 11 min and costs $6.

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

The train from Preston Station to Thomastown Station takes 11 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Preston to Thomastown bus from?

Preston to Thomastown bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Thomastown train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Thomastown?

The best way to get from Preston to Thomastown is to train which takes 11 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 555 bus, which costs $6 and takes 34 min.

Where does the Preston to Thomastown bus arrive?

Preston to Thomastown bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Spring St/High St station.

Where does the Preston to Thomastown train arrive?

Preston to Thomastown train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Thomastown Station.

Can I drive from Preston to Thomastown?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Thomastown is 9 km. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Preston to Thomastown.

Where can I stay near Thomastown?

There are 4933+ hotels available in Thomastown.

Preston to Thomastown - 6 ways to travel via train, line 555 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Preston to Thomastown by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston Station to Thomastown Stationtrain Mernda / ...
11 min
$6
Drive 9.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Thomastowncar 9.1 km
11 min
$2–3
Line 555 bus
1. Take the bus from Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd to Spring St/High Stbus 555
34 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Thomastowntaxi 9.1 km
11 min
$26–31
Line 552 bus, line 555 bus
1. Take the bus from Harry St/Dundas St to Reservoir Station/High Stbus 552
2. Take the bus from Reservoir Station/High St to Spring St/High Stbus 555
52 min
$6
Line 555 bus via Mihil St/Victoria St
1. Take the bus from Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd to Spring St/High Stbus 555
1h 2m
$6

Preston to Thomastown by train

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Distance: 6.6 km
Duration: 11 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Preston Station to Thomastown Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 11 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd to Spring St/High St hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 34 min.

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