What is the cheapest way to get from Canberra to Prestons?

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Prestons is to train which costs $30 - $60 and takes 4h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canberra to Prestons?

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Prestons is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Prestons?

No, there is no direct bus from Canberra to Prestons. However, there are services departing from Canberra and arriving at San Marino Dr Before Sicilia St via Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M and Liverpool Station, Stand D. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Canberra to Prestons?

The distance between Canberra and Prestons is 294 km. The road distance is 246.6 km.

How do I travel from Canberra to Prestons without a car?

The best way to get from Canberra to Prestons without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs $30 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Canberra to Prestons?

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Canberra to Prestons, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Prestons bus from?

Canberra to Prestons bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Canberra station.

Train or bus from Canberra to Prestons?

The best way to get from Canberra to Prestons is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs $30 - $60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $70 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Canberra to Prestons bus arrive?

Canberra to Prestons bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Sydney Central Station.

Can I drive from Canberra to Prestons?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Prestons is 247 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Canberra to Prestons.

Where can I stay near Prestons?

There are 538+ hotels available in Prestons.

Canberra to Prestons - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Canberra to Prestons by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Canberra Station to Campbelltown Stationtrain 632 / ...
4h 25m
$32–60
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Moss Valebus
2. Take the train from Moss Vale Station to Macarthur Stationtrain Shl
4h 38m
$47–68
Drive 246.6 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Prestonscar 246.6 km
2h 35m
$45–65
Fly, line 869 bus
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane CBR - SYD
2. Take the bus from Edmondson Park Station, Stand A to Kurrajong Rd After San Marino Drbus
3h 46m
$233–482
Bus
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney Central Stationbus Au100-1 / ...
5h 25m
$41–67

Canberra to Prestons by train and bus

41Weekly Services

4h 25mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 293.8 km
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Canberra, ACT, Australia and Prestons, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink operates a train from Canberra Station to Campbelltown Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $26–50 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Alternatively, FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Canberra to Sydney Central Station hourly. Tickets cost $30–60 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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