How to get from Preston to La Trobe University by train?

From Preston to La Trobe University by train

To get from Preston to La Trobe University in Flora Hill, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the MERNDA train from Preston station to Flinders Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the CRAIGIEBURN train and finally take the SWAN HILL - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO train from Southern Cross station to Bendigo station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 15 min. The ride fare is A$8.54.

195minA$8.54
Train - MERNDA
MERNDA
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Train - SWAN HILL - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO
SWAN HILL - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO
Walk to La Trobe University
Leaves from Preston

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Preston
  • 2
    Train - MERNDAMERNDA
    Wait for train
    MERNDA
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Flinders Street
    24 min
  • 4
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Craigieburn
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross
    4 min
  • 6
    Train - SWAN HILL - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGOSWAN HILL - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO
    Wait for train
    SWAN HILL - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO
    Swan Hill
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bendigo
    129 min
  • 8
    Walk to La Trobe University
    Walk to
    La Trobe University
    Edwards Rd.
    2.58 km • 33 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Preston to La Trobe University

The distance between Preston, Flora Hill and La Trobe University, Flora Hill is approximately 178.07 km, which can typically be travelled in 195 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Preston to La Trobe University by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Flora Hill – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Preston

Preston is located at Preston, Flora Hill and the nearest public transport station is Preston Station/Murray Rd (Preston).

Train stations close to Preston:

  • Bell

Bus stations close to Preston:

  • Preston Station/Murray Rd (Preston)
  • Cramer St/High St (Preston)
  • High St/Murray Rd (Preston)

Public transport stations close to La Trobe University, Flora Hill

La Trobe University is located at Edwards Rd., Flora Hill and the nearest public transport station is La Trobe University/Sharon St (Flora Hill).

Train stations close to La Trobe University:

  • Kangaroo Flat

Bus stations close to La Trobe University:

  • La Trobe University/Sharon St (Flora Hill)
  • La Trobe University/Keck St (Flora Hill)
  • La Trobe University/Ellis St (Flora Hill)

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Preston to La Trobe University?

    The fastest way takes 195 minutes, using Bus line MERNDA, Bus line CRAIGIEBURN, Bus line SWAN HILL - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO.

  • Is there a direct train between Preston and La Trobe University?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 15 min.

  • Which train line goes from Preston to La Trobe University?

    The MERNDA train line goes from City (Flinders Street) station near Preston in Preston to Flinders Street station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Flinders Street station near La Trobe University in Flora Hill.

  • How long does it take to travel from Preston to La Trobe University by train?

    The total travel time between Preston in Preston and La Trobe University in Flora Hill by train is about 3 hr 15 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Preston to get to La Trobe University?

    Get on the MERNDA train from the City (Flinders Street) station near Preston in Preston.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Preston and La Trobe University?

    Get off the train at the Flinders Street station, which is closest to La Trobe University in Flora Hill.

  • How much is the train fare from Preston to La Trobe University?

    The ride from Preston to La Trobe University costs A$8.54.

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