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How to get from Preston to Broadmeadows by bus and train?

From Preston to Broadmeadows by bus and train

To get from Preston to Broadmeadows in Melbourne, take the 513 bus from Gilbert Rd/Bell St (Preston) station to Glenroy Station/Hartington St (Glenroy) station. Next, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Glenroy station to Broadmeadows station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

52minA$5.30
Walk to bus stationBus - 513
513
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from Gilbert Rd/Bell St (Preston)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Gilbert Rd/Bell St (Preston)
    ID 10040
    580 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - 513513
    Wait for bus
    513
    Glenroy
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Glenroy Station/Hartington St (Glenroy)
    ID 28167
    29 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glenroy
    80 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Craigieburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station Broadmeadows
    Ride to train station
    Broadmeadows
    5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Preston to Broadmeadows by bus and train via 903 and CRAIGIEBURN

To get from Preston to Broadmeadows in Melbourne, take the 903 bus from Gilbert Rd/Bell St (Preston) station to Essendon Station/Rose St (Essendon) station. Next, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Essendon station to Broadmeadows station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 60 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

60minA$5.30
Walk to bus stationBus - 903
903
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from Gilbert Rd/Bell St (Preston)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Gilbert Rd/Bell St (Preston)
    ID 10040
    580 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - 903903
    Wait for bus
    903
    Altona
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Essendon Station/Rose St (Essendon)
    ID 51775
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Essendon
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Craigieburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station Broadmeadows
    Ride to train station
    Broadmeadows
    15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Preston to Broadmeadows

The distance between Preston, Melbourne and Broadmeadows, Melbourne is approximately 12.94 km, which can typically be travelled in 52 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Preston to Broadmeadows by bus and train, 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 Broadmeadows, Melbourne

Broadmeadows is located at Broadmeadows, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale Rd (Broadmeadows).

Train stations close to Broadmeadows:

  • Broadmeadows
  • Jacana
  • Glenroy

Bus stations close to Broadmeadows:

  • Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale Rd (Broadmeadows)
  • Broadmeadows Library/Pascoe Vale Rd (Broadmeadows)
  • Broadmeadows Station/Railway Cres (Broadmeadows)

Alternative route from Preston to Broadmeadows by bus and train via 903 and CRAIGIEBURN

To get from Preston to Broadmeadows in Melbourne, take the 903 bus from Gilbert Rd/Bell St (Preston) station to Essendon Station/Rose St (Essendon) station. Next, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Essendon station to Broadmeadows station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 60 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

60minA$5.30
Walk to bus stationBus - 903
903
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from Gilbert Rd/Bell St (Preston)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Gilbert Rd/Bell St (Preston)
    ID 10040
    580 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - 903903
    Wait for bus
    903
    Altona
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Essendon Station/Rose St (Essendon)
    ID 51775
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Essendon
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Craigieburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station Broadmeadows
    Ride to train station
    Broadmeadows
    15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 52 minutes, using Bus line 513, Bus line CRAIGIEBURN.

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

    The alternative route takes 60 minutes, using Bus line 903, Bus line CRAIGIEBURN.

  • Is there a direct bus between Preston and Broadmeadows in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 52 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Preston to Broadmeadows in Melbourne?

    The 513 bus line goes from Gilbert Rd/Bell St (Preston) station near Preston to Glenroy station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Glenroy station near Broadmeadows in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between Preston and Broadmeadows in Melbourne by bus and train is about 52 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Preston to get to Broadmeadows in Melbourne?

    Get on the 513 bus from the Gilbert Rd/Bell St (Preston) stop near Preston in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Preston and Broadmeadows in Melbourne?

    Get off the bus at the Glenroy station, which is closest to Broadmeadows in Melbourne.

  • When is the first bus from Preston to Broadmeadows in Melbourne?

    The first bus from Preston to Broadmeadows in Melbourne is Eltham - Glenroy. It leaves the Gilbert Rd/Bell St (Preston) stop at 00:24.

  • How much is the bus fare from Preston to Broadmeadows?

    The ride from Preston to Broadmeadows costs A$5.30.

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