Thousands of Crows fans are expected to make the journey to Melbourne this weekend to watch the Crows in their first Preliminary Final since 2006.

From interstate supporters to overseas travellers, loyal and determined Crows fans are coming onboard to make sure the 19th Man is represented loud and proud at Hawthorn’s home ground.

Eager supporters have several options when it comes to travel arrangements.

The Crows Supporter Group have arranged six buses for the road trip - these have already been fully booked.

Damian Kilpatrick, Owner of Subway Horsham has decided to open his store around the clock for the murder of Crows fans driving through the country town.

“We know what it’s like when driving across the border - both South Australian and Victorians tend to stop in Horsham (just over halfway to Melbourne)," he said.

“We have therefore decided to open the store through the night on Friday (21/9) to allow for the travellers to stop and refuel before the drive into Melbourne”.

Other fans include Gaynor Furnell and friend Ali Collins whose two Crows dolls, aptly named ‘Neil’ and ‘Craig,’ have travelled the world from Middleton and AAMI Stadium to the US promoting the red, blue and gold.

Gaynor and husband Graham are currently travelling through Canada and although they can’t be at the final, the couple as well as ‘Neil’ and ‘Craig’ will be watching on Saturday from halfway across the world.

If you are travelling to Melbourne for the game and would like to share your story with the Club, please contact Georgia at crowsontheroad@afc.com.au