Plan about 60 min for the trip from The Alfred to Preston, on line 246, 86, Mernda, with 1 transfer, and about 11 min of walking.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line 246 towards Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pde: board at Moubray St/Punt Rd, alight at Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pde — 21 stops, 28 min ride.
- Line 86 towards RMIT/Plenty Rd #71: board at Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pde #25, alight at David St/Plenty Rd #47 — 19 stops, 17 min ride.
- Line Mernda towards Mernda Station: board at West Richmond Station, alight at Preston Station — 11 stops, 20 min ride.
About the origin and destination
The Alfred
The major hospital on Commercial Road in Prahran, with a tram and bus stop at its door.
Preston
A northern suburb with Preston Market and High Street.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from The Alfred to Preston?
A typical trip takes about 60 minutes, of which roughly 11 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from The Alfred to Preston?
There is no direct line. The fastest combination is 246 + 86, with 1 transfers.
