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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Watsonia to Preston is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $27 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Watsonia and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Watsonia Station/Greensborough Hwy station and arriving at Victoria St/Bell St. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Watsonia to Preston?

The distance between Watsonia and Preston is 9 km. The road distance is 9.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Watsonia to Preston without a car is to line 566 bus and line 86 tram which takes 27 min and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 27 min to get from Watsonia to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watsonia to Preston bus from?

Watsonia to Preston bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Watsonia Station/Greensborough Hwy.

Where does the Watsonia to Preston bus arrive?

Watsonia to Preston bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Victoria St/Bell St station.

Can I drive from Watsonia to Preston?

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

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 5202+ hotels available in Preston.

Watsonia to Preston - 4 ways to travel via line 566 bus, and line 86 tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Watsonia to Preston by bus, tram, taxi, or car

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Line 566 bus, line 86 tram
best
1. Take the bus from Watsonia Station/Morwell Ave to Plenty Rd/Dunne Stbus 566
2. Take the tram from La Trobe University/Plenty Rd #60 to David St/Plenty Rd #47tram 86
27 min
$12
Drive 9.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Watsonia to Prestoncar 9.7 km
11 min
$2–3
Line 514 bus
1. Take the bus from Watsonia Station/Greensborough Hwy to Victoria St/Bell Stbus 514
35 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Watsonia to Prestontaxi 9.7 km
11 min
$27–35

Watsonia to Preston by bus and tram

236Weekly Services

27 minAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 8.8 km
Duration: 27 min

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

Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Watsonia Station/Greensborough Hwy to Victoria St/Bell St hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 35 min.

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