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

From Epping to Preston by bus and train

To get from Epping to Preston in Melbourne, take the 555 bus from Northern Hospital/Cooper St (Epping) station to Reservoir Station station. Next, take the MERNDA train from Reservoir station to Preston station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 47 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

47minA$5.30
Bus - 555
555
Train - MERNDA
MERNDA
Walk to Preston
Leaves from Northern Hospital/Cooper St (Epping)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Epping
  • 2
    Bus - 555555
    Wait for bus
    555
    Northland Sc
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Reservoir Station
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Reservoir
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - MERNDAMERNDA
    Wait for train
    MERNDA
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Preston
    5 min
  • 7
    Walk to Preston
    Walk to
    Preston
    1.08 km • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Epping to Preston by bus and train via 358 and MERNDA

To get from Epping to Preston in Melbourne, take the 358 bus from Northern Hospital/Cooper St (Epping) station to Epping Station/Cooper St (Epping) station. Next, take the MERNDA train from Epping station to Preston station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

46minA$5.30
Bus - 358
358
Train - MERNDA
MERNDA
Walk to Preston
Leaves from Northern Hospital/Cooper St (Epping)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Epping
  • 2
    Bus - 358358
    Wait for bus
    358
    Epping Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Epping Station/Cooper St (Epping)
    ID 46335
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Epping
    70 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - MERNDAMERNDA
    Wait for train
    MERNDA
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Preston
    16 min
  • 7
    Walk to Preston
    Walk to
    Preston
    1.08 km • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Epping to Preston

The distance between Epping, Melbourne and Preston, Melbourne is approximately 12.64 km, which can typically be travelled in 47 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Epping to Preston 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 Epping

Epping is located at Epping, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Northern Hospital/Cooper St (Epping).

Train stations close to Epping:

  • Epping
  • Lalor
  • Thomastown

Bus stations close to Epping:

  • Northern Hospital/Cooper St (Epping)
  • Northern Hospital (Epping)
  • Epping Plaza Sc/Cooper St (Epping)

Public transport stations close to Preston, Melbourne

Preston is located at Preston, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Gilbert Rd/Murray Rd (Preston).

Bus stations close to Preston:

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

Related Routes

Alternative route from Epping to Preston by bus and train via 358 and MERNDA

To get from Epping to Preston in Melbourne, take the 358 bus from Northern Hospital/Cooper St (Epping) station to Epping Station/Cooper St (Epping) station. Next, take the MERNDA train from Epping station to Preston station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

46minA$5.30
Bus - 358
358
Train - MERNDA
MERNDA
Walk to Preston
Leaves from Northern Hospital/Cooper St (Epping)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Epping
  • 2
    Bus - 358358
    Wait for bus
    358
    Epping Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Epping Station/Cooper St (Epping)
    ID 46335
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Epping
    70 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - MERNDAMERNDA
    Wait for train
    MERNDA
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Preston
    16 min
  • 7
    Walk to Preston
    Walk to
    Preston
    1.08 km • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 47 minutes, using Bus line 555, Bus line MERNDA.

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

    The alternative route takes 46 minutes, using Bus line 358, Bus line MERNDA.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 47 min.

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

    The 555 bus line goes from Northland Sc station near Epping to Reservoir Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Reservoir Station station near Preston in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between Epping and Preston in Melbourne by bus and train is about 47 min.

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

    Get on the 555 bus from the Northland Sc stop near Epping in Melbourne.

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

    Get off the bus at the Reservoir Station station, which is closest to Preston in Melbourne.

  • When is the first train from Epping to Preston in Melbourne?

    The first train from Epping to Preston in Melbourne is Mernda - City (Flinders Street). It leaves the Epping station at 00:36.

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

    The ride from Epping to Preston costs A$5.30.

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