How to get from Preston to Blackburn by train and tram?

By train and tram

To get from Preston to Blackburn in Melbourne, take the 11 tram from 42-Cramer St/Gilbert Rd (Preston) station to 8-Spring St/Collins St (Melbourne City) station. Next, take the BELGRAVE train from Parliament station to Blackburn station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 8 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

68minA$5.30
Tram - 11
11
Train - BELGRAVE
BELGRAVE
Leaves from 42-Cramer St/Gilbert Rd (Preston)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from tram station
    Start from tram station
    Preston
  • 2
    Tram - 1111
    Wait for tram
    11
    Victoria Harbour Docklands
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    8-Spring St/Collins St (Melbourne City)
    ID 17898
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Parliament
    130 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - BELGRAVEBELGRAVE
    Wait for train
    BELGRAVE
    Belgrave
  • 6
    Ride to train station Blackburn
    Ride to train station
    Blackburn
    31 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by train and tram via 11 and LILYDALE

To get from Preston to Blackburn in Melbourne, take the 11 tram from 42-Cramer St/Gilbert Rd (Preston) station to 8-Spring St/Collins St (Melbourne City) station. Next, take the LILYDALE train from Parliament station to Blackburn station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 18 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

78minA$5.30
Tram - 11
11
Train - LILYDALE
LILYDALE
Leaves from 42-Cramer St/Gilbert Rd (Preston)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from tram station
    Start from tram station
    Preston
  • 2
    Tram - 1111
    Wait for tram
    11
    Victoria Harbour Docklands
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    8-Spring St/Collins St (Melbourne City)
    ID 17898
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Parliament
    130 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - LILYDALELILYDALE
    Wait for train
    LILYDALE
    Lilydale
  • 6
    Ride to train station Blackburn
    Ride to train station
    Blackburn
    31 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Preston to Blackburn

The distance between Preston, Melbourne and Blackburn, Melbourne is approximately 26.61 km, which can typically be travelled in 68 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Preston to Blackburn by train and tram, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Preston

Preston is located at Preston, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is 42-Cramer St/Gilbert Rd (Preston).

Bus stations close to Preston:

  • Gilbert Rd/Murray Rd (Preston)
  • Mcdonald St/Murray Rd (Preston)
  • Charles St/Murray Rd (Preston)

Public transport stations close to Blackburn, Melbourne

Blackburn is located at Blackburn, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Blackburn Station/Railway Rd (Blackburn).

Train stations close to Blackburn:

  • Blackburn
  • Laburnum
  • Nunawading

Bus stations close to Blackburn:

  • Blackburn Station/Railway Rd (Blackburn)
  • Blackburn Station/South Pde (Blackburn)
  • Albert St/Railway Rd (Blackburn)

Related Routes

Alternative route by train and tram via 11 and LILYDALE

To get from Preston to Blackburn in Melbourne, take the 11 tram from 42-Cramer St/Gilbert Rd (Preston) station to 8-Spring St/Collins St (Melbourne City) station. Next, take the LILYDALE train from Parliament station to Blackburn station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 18 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

78minA$5.30
Tram - 11
11
Train - LILYDALE
LILYDALE
Leaves from 42-Cramer St/Gilbert Rd (Preston)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from tram station
    Start from tram station
    Preston
  • 2
    Tram - 1111
    Wait for tram
    11
    Victoria Harbour Docklands
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    8-Spring St/Collins St (Melbourne City)
    ID 17898
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Parliament
    130 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - LILYDALELILYDALE
    Wait for train
    LILYDALE
    Lilydale
  • 6
    Ride to train station Blackburn
    Ride to train station
    Blackburn
    31 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Blackburn?

    The fastest way takes 68 minutes, using Bus line 11, Bus line BELGRAVE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Preston to Blackburn?

    The alternative route takes 78 minutes, using Bus line 11, Bus line LILYDALE.

  • Is there a direct tram between Preston and Blackburn in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take one tram line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 8 min.

  • Which tram line goes from Preston to Blackburn in Melbourne?

    The 11 tram line goes from Victoria Harbour Docklands station near Preston to 8-Spring St/Collins St (Melbourne City) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till 8-Spring St/Collins St (Melbourne City) station near Blackburn in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from Preston to Blackburn in Melbourne by tram and train?

    The total travel time between Preston and Blackburn in Melbourne by tram and train is about 1 hr 8 min.

  • Where do I get on the tram near Preston to get to Blackburn in Melbourne?

    Get on the 11 tram from the Victoria Harbour Docklands station near Preston in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the tram when travelling between Preston and Blackburn in Melbourne?

    Get off the tram at the 8-Spring St/Collins St (Melbourne City) station, which is closest to Blackburn in Melbourne.

  • How much is the tram fare from Preston to Blackburn?

    The ride from Preston to Blackburn costs A$5.30.

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