How to get from Preston to Thomson (Geelong) by train and tram?

By train and tram

To get from Preston to Thomson (Geelong) in Melbourne, take the 11 tram from 42-Cramer St/Gilbert Rd (Preston) station to D14-Southern Cross Station/Collins St (Docklands) station. Next, take the WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC train from Southern Cross station to South Geelong station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 34 min. The ride fare is A$8.54.

154minA$8.54
Tram - 11
11
Train - WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC
WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC
Walk to Thomson (Geelong)
Leaves from 42-Cramer St/Gilbert Rd (Preston)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from tram station
    Start from tram station
    Preston
  • 2
    Tram - 1111
    Wait for tram
    11
    Victoria Harbour Docklands
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    D14-Southern Cross Station/Collins St (Docklands)
    ID 43472
    39 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLACWARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC
    Wait for train
    WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC
    Warrnambool
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Geelong
    64 min
  • 7
    Walk to Thomson (Geelong)
    Walk to
    Thomson (Geelong)
    2.66 km • 34 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by train and tram via 11 and GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG

To get from Preston to Thomson (Geelong) in Melbourne, take the 11 tram from 42-Cramer St/Gilbert Rd (Preston) station to D14-Southern Cross Station/Collins St (Docklands) station. Next, take the GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG train from Southern Cross station to South Geelong station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 33 min. The ride fare is A$8.54.

153minA$8.54
Tram - 11
11
Train - GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
Walk to Thomson (Geelong)
Leaves from 42-Cramer St/Gilbert Rd (Preston)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from tram station
    Start from tram station
    Preston
  • 2
    Tram - 1111
    Wait for tram
    11
    Victoria Harbour Docklands
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    D14-Southern Cross Station/Collins St (Docklands)
    ID 43472
    39 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONGGEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
    Geelong
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Geelong
    68 min
  • 7
    Walk to Thomson (Geelong)
    Walk to
    Thomson (Geelong)
    2.66 km • 34 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Preston to Thomson (Geelong)

The distance between Preston, Melbourne and Thomson (Geelong), Melbourne is approximately 96.36 km, which can typically be travelled in 154 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Preston to Thomson (Geelong) by train and tram, 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 Thomson (Geelong), Melbourne

Thomson (Geelong) is located at Thomson (Geelong), Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Robertson St/Ormond Rd (Thomson (3219)).

Train stations close to Thomson (Geelong):

  • South Geelong
  • Marshall

Bus stations close to Thomson (Geelong):

  • Robertson St/Ormond Rd (Thomson (3219))
  • East Geelong Uniting Church/Ormond Rd (East Geelong)
  • Ormond Village Sc/Ormond Rd (Thomson (3219))

Related Routes

Alternative route by train and tram via 11 and GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG

To get from Preston to Thomson (Geelong) in Melbourne, take the 11 tram from 42-Cramer St/Gilbert Rd (Preston) station to D14-Southern Cross Station/Collins St (Docklands) station. Next, take the GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG train from Southern Cross station to South Geelong station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 33 min. The ride fare is A$8.54.

153minA$8.54
Tram - 11
11
Train - GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
Walk to Thomson (Geelong)
Leaves from 42-Cramer St/Gilbert Rd (Preston)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from tram station
    Start from tram station
    Preston
  • 2
    Tram - 1111
    Wait for tram
    11
    Victoria Harbour Docklands
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    D14-Southern Cross Station/Collins St (Docklands)
    ID 43472
    39 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONGGEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
    Geelong
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Geelong
    68 min
  • 7
    Walk to Thomson (Geelong)
    Walk to
    Thomson (Geelong)
    2.66 km • 34 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Thomson (Geelong)?

    The fastest way takes 154 minutes, using Bus line 11, Bus line WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Preston to Thomson (Geelong)?

    The alternative route takes 153 minutes, using Bus line 11, Bus line GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG.

  • Is there a direct tram between Preston and Thomson (Geelong) in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take one tram line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 34 min.

  • Which tram line goes from Preston to Thomson (Geelong) in Melbourne?

    The 11 tram line goes from Victoria Harbour Docklands station near Preston to D14-Southern Cross Station/Collins St (Docklands) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till D14-Southern Cross Station/Collins St (Docklands) station near Thomson (Geelong) in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from Preston to Thomson (Geelong) in Melbourne by tram and train?

    The total travel time between Preston and Thomson (Geelong) in Melbourne by tram and train is about 2 hr 34 min.

  • Where do I get on the tram near Preston to get to Thomson (Geelong) in Melbourne?

    Get on the 11 tram from the Victoria Harbour Docklands station near Preston in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the tram when travelling between Preston and Thomson (Geelong) in Melbourne?

    Get off the tram at the D14-Southern Cross Station/Collins St (Docklands) station, which is closest to Thomson (Geelong) in Melbourne.

  • How much is the tram fare from Preston to Thomson (Geelong)?

    The ride from Preston to Thomson (Geelong) costs A$8.54.

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