How to get from Southbank to Preston by tram?

From Southbank to Preston by tram

To get from Southbank to Preston in Melbourne, take the 3-3A tram from 14-Arts Precinct/St Kilda Rd (Southbank) station to 11-City Square/Swanston St (Melbourne City) station. Next, take the 11 tram from 6-Melbourne Town Hall/Collins St (Melbourne City) station to 42-Cramer St/Gilbert Rd (Preston) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 44 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

44minA$5.30
Walk to tram stationTram - 3-3A
3-3A
Tram - 11
11
Walk to Preston
Leaves from 14-Arts Precinct/St Kilda Rd (Southbank)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    14-Arts Precinct/St Kilda Rd (Southbank)
    ID 19684
    120 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Tram - 3-3A3-3A
    Wait for tram
    3-3A
    Melbourne University
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    11-City Square/Swanston St (Melbourne City)
    ID 19686
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    6-Melbourne Town Hall/Collins St (Melbourne City)
    ID 17911
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Tram - 1111
    Wait for tram
    11
    West Preston
  • 6
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    42-Cramer St/Gilbert Rd (Preston)
    ID 4169
    34 min
  • 7
    Walk to Preston
    Walk to
    Preston
    20 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Southbank to Preston by tram via 16 and 11

To get from Southbank to Preston in Melbourne, take the 16 tram from 14-Arts Precinct/St Kilda Rd (Southbank) station to 11-City Square/Swanston St (Melbourne City) station. Next, take the 11 tram from 6-Melbourne Town Hall/Collins St (Melbourne City) station to 42-Cramer St/Gilbert Rd (Preston) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

45minA$5.30
Walk to tram stationTram - 16
16
Tram - 11
11
Walk to Preston
Leaves from 14-Arts Precinct/St Kilda Rd (Southbank)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    14-Arts Precinct/St Kilda Rd (Southbank)
    ID 19684
    120 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Tram - 1616
    Wait for tram
    16
    Melbourne University Via St Kilda Beach
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    11-City Square/Swanston St (Melbourne City)
    ID 19686
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    6-Melbourne Town Hall/Collins St (Melbourne City)
    ID 17911
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Tram - 1111
    Wait for tram
    11
    West Preston
  • 6
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    42-Cramer St/Gilbert Rd (Preston)
    ID 4169
    34 min
  • 7
    Walk to Preston
    Walk to
    Preston
    20 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Southbank to Preston

The distance between Southbank, Melbourne and Preston, Melbourne is approximately 10.83 km, which can typically be travelled in 44 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Southbank to Preston by tram, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Southbank

Southbank is located at Southbank, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is 14-Arts Precinct/St Kilda Rd (Southbank).

Train stations close to Southbank:

  • Flinders Street

Bus stations close to Southbank:

  • Flinders Street Railway Station (Melbourne City)
  • Flinders Lane/Queen St (Melbourne City)
  • Collins St/Queen St (Melbourne City)

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 Southbank to Preston by tram via 16 and 11

To get from Southbank to Preston in Melbourne, take the 16 tram from 14-Arts Precinct/St Kilda Rd (Southbank) station to 11-City Square/Swanston St (Melbourne City) station. Next, take the 11 tram from 6-Melbourne Town Hall/Collins St (Melbourne City) station to 42-Cramer St/Gilbert Rd (Preston) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

45minA$5.30
Walk to tram stationTram - 16
16
Tram - 11
11
Walk to Preston
Leaves from 14-Arts Precinct/St Kilda Rd (Southbank)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    14-Arts Precinct/St Kilda Rd (Southbank)
    ID 19684
    120 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Tram - 1616
    Wait for tram
    16
    Melbourne University Via St Kilda Beach
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    11-City Square/Swanston St (Melbourne City)
    ID 19686
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    6-Melbourne Town Hall/Collins St (Melbourne City)
    ID 17911
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Tram - 1111
    Wait for tram
    11
    West Preston
  • 6
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    42-Cramer St/Gilbert Rd (Preston)
    ID 4169
    34 min
  • 7
    Walk to Preston
    Walk to
    Preston
    20 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 44 minutes, using Bus line 3-3A, Bus line 11.

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

    The alternative route takes 45 minutes, using Bus line 16, Bus line 11.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 tram lines in total. The total travelling time is 44 min.

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

    The 3-3A tram line goes from 14-Arts Precinct/St Kilda Rd (Southbank) station near Southbank to Melbourne University station. From there you’ll have to take one tram line till Melbourne University station near Preston in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from Southbank to Preston in Melbourne by tram?

    The total travel time between Southbank and Preston in Melbourne by tram is about 44 min.

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

    Get on the 3-3A tram from the 14-Arts Precinct/St Kilda Rd (Southbank) station near Southbank in Melbourne.

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

    Get off the tram at the Melbourne University station, which is closest to Preston in Melbourne.

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

    The first train from Southbank to Preston in Melbourne is Mernda - City (Flinders Street). It leaves the Flinders Street station at 00:29.

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

    The ride from Southbank to Preston costs A$5.30.

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