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

By bus and train

To get from Mernda to Preston in Melbourne, take the 382 bus from Vittorio Rd/Schotters Rd (Mernda) station to Mernda Station/Bridge Inn Rd (Mernda) station. Next, take the MERNDA train from Mernda station to Preston station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 55 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

55minA$5.30
Walk to bus stationBus - 382
382
Train - MERNDA
MERNDA
Walk to Preston
Leaves from Vittorio Rd/Schotters Rd (Mernda)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Vittorio Rd/Schotters Rd (Mernda)
    ID 51701
    170 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 382382
    Wait for bus
    382
    Northland Sc
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mernda Station/Bridge Inn Rd (Mernda)
    ID 51731
    2 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Mernda
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - MERNDAMERNDA
    Wait for train
    MERNDA
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Preston
    28 min
  • 7
    Walk to Preston
    Walk to
    Preston
    1.08 km • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

By bus

To get from Mernda to Preston in Melbourne, take the 382 bus from Vittorio Rd/Schotters Rd (Mernda) station to Northland Sc/Murray Rd (Preston) station. Next, take the 527 bus from Northland Sc/Murray Rd (Preston) station to Gilbert Rd/Murray Rd (Preston) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

81minA$5.30
Walk to bus stationBus - 382
382
Bus - 527
527
Walk to Preston
Leaves from Vittorio Rd/Schotters Rd (Mernda)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Vittorio Rd/Schotters Rd (Mernda)
    ID 51701
    170 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 382382
    Wait for bus
    382
    Northland Sc
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Northland Sc/Murray Rd (Preston)
    ID 47161
    58 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Northland Sc/Murray Rd (Preston)
    ID 47165
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 527527
    Wait for bus
    527
    Gowrie
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Gilbert Rd/Murray Rd (Preston)
    ID 2272
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to Preston
    Walk to
    Preston
    270 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Mernda to Preston

The distance between Mernda, Melbourne and Preston, Melbourne is approximately 23.68 km, which can typically be travelled in 55 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Mernda 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 Mernda

Mernda is located at Mernda, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Hazel Glen Dr/Schotters Rd (Mernda).

Train stations close to Mernda:

  • Hawkstowe
  • Mernda

Bus stations close to Mernda:

  • Hazel Glen Dr/Schotters Rd (Mernda)
  • Schotters Rd/Hazel Glen Dr (Mernda)
  • Vittorio Rd/Schotters Rd (Mernda)

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)

By bus

To get from Mernda to Preston in Melbourne, take the 382 bus from Vittorio Rd/Schotters Rd (Mernda) station to Northland Sc/Murray Rd (Preston) station. Next, take the 527 bus from Northland Sc/Murray Rd (Preston) station to Gilbert Rd/Murray Rd (Preston) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

81minA$5.30
Walk to bus stationBus - 382
382
Bus - 527
527
Walk to Preston
Leaves from Vittorio Rd/Schotters Rd (Mernda)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Vittorio Rd/Schotters Rd (Mernda)
    ID 51701
    170 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 382382
    Wait for bus
    382
    Northland Sc
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Northland Sc/Murray Rd (Preston)
    ID 47161
    58 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Northland Sc/Murray Rd (Preston)
    ID 47165
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 527527
    Wait for bus
    527
    Gowrie
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Gilbert Rd/Murray Rd (Preston)
    ID 2272
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to Preston
    Walk to
    Preston
    270 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 55 minutes, using Bus line 382, Bus line MERNDA.

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

    The alternative route takes 81 minutes, using Bus line 382, Bus line 527.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 55 min.

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

    The 382 bus line goes from Vittorio Rd/Schotters Rd (Mernda) station near Mernda to Northland Sc station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Northland Sc station near Preston in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between Mernda and Preston in Melbourne by bus and train is about 55 min.

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

    Get on the 382 bus from the Vittorio Rd/Schotters Rd (Mernda) stop near Mernda in Melbourne.

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

    Get off the bus at the Northland Sc station, which is closest to Preston in Melbourne.

  • When is the last train from Mernda to Preston in Melbourne?

    The last train from Mernda to Preston in Melbourne is the Mernda - City (Flinders Street) line. It leaves the Mernda station at 19:04.

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

    The ride from Mernda to Preston costs A$5.30.

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