What is the cheapest way to get from Queen Victoria Market to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Queen Victoria Market to Preston is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Queen Victoria Market to Preston?

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

Is there a direct bus between Queen Victoria Market and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hardware St/Lonsdale St and arriving at Mihil St/Victoria St. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Queen Victoria Market and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Melbourne Central Station station and arriving at Preston Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Queen Victoria Market to Preston?

The distance between Queen Victoria Market and Preston is 13 km. The road distance is 10.9 km.

How do I travel from Queen Victoria Market to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Queen Victoria Market to Preston without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Queen Victoria Market to Preston?

The train from Melbourne Central Station to Preston Station takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Queen Victoria Market to Preston bus from?

Queen Victoria Market to Preston bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Hardware St/Lonsdale St station.

Where do I catch the Queen Victoria Market to Preston train from?

Queen Victoria Market to Preston train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Melbourne Central Station.

Train or bus from Queen Victoria Market to Preston?

The best way to get from Queen Victoria Market to Preston is to train which takes 34 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 251 bus, which costs $6 and takes 55 min.

Where does the Queen Victoria Market to Preston bus arrive?

Queen Victoria Market to Preston bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Mihil St/Victoria St station.

Where does the Queen Victoria Market to Preston train arrive?

Queen Victoria Market to Preston train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Preston Station.

Can I drive from Queen Victoria Market to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Queen Victoria Market to Preston is 11 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Queen Victoria Market to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 5202+ hotels available in Preston.

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There are 5 ways to get from Queen Victoria Market to Preston by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Melbourne Central Station to Preston Stationtrain Mernda
34 min
$6
Drive 10.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Queen Victoria Market to Prestoncar 10.9 km
13 min
$2–3
Line 251 bus
1. Take the bus from Hardware St/Lonsdale St to Mihil St/Victoria Stbus 251
55 min
$6
Train, line 251 bus
1. Take the train from Melbourne Central Station to Clifton Hill Stationtrain Mernda / ...
2. Take the bus from Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pde to Raglan St/Victoria Stbus 251
57 min
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Queen Victoria Market to Prestontaxi 10.9 km
13 min
$30–40

Queen Victoria Market to Preston by foot and train

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Distance: 12.9 km
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Queen Victoria Market, VIC, Australia and Preston, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Melbourne Central Station to Preston Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Hardware St/Lonsdale St to Mihil St/Victoria St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 45 min.

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