What is the cheapest way to get from Adelaide to Lilydale?

The cheapest way to get from Adelaide to Lilydale is to bus and train which costs $24 - $70 and takes 13h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Adelaide to Lilydale?

The fastest way to get from Adelaide to Lilydale is to fly and train which takes 4h 39m and costs $130 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Adelaide and Lilydale?

No, there is no direct bus from Adelaide to Lilydale station. However, there are services departing from Adelaide and arriving at Lilydale Station/West William St via King St/Lonsdale St, Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd and Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Adelaide and Lilydale?

No, there is no direct train from Adelaide station to Lilydale station. However, there are services departing from Adelaide Station and arriving at Lilydale Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 53m.

How far is it from Adelaide to Lilydale?

The distance between Adelaide and Lilydale is 710 km. The road distance is 759.2 km.

How do I travel from Adelaide to Lilydale without a car?

The best way to get from Adelaide to Lilydale without a car is to bus which takes 12h 10m and costs $107 - $111.

How long does it take to get from Adelaide to Lilydale?

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Adelaide to Lilydale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Lilydale bus from?

Adelaide to Lilydale bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Adelaide station.

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Lilydale train from?

Adelaide to Lilydale train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Adelaide Station.

Train or bus from Adelaide to Lilydale?

The best way to get from Adelaide to Lilydale is to bus which takes 12h 10m and costs $107 - $111. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $140 - $380 and takes 12h 53m.

Where does the Adelaide to Lilydale bus arrive?

Adelaide to Lilydale bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Adelaide and Lilydale?

Lilydale is 30 min ahead of Adelaide. It is currently 12:35 PM in Adelaide and 1:05 PM in Lilydale.

Where does the Adelaide to Lilydale train arrive?

Adelaide to Lilydale train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Adelaide to Lilydale?

Yes, the driving distance between Adelaide to Lilydale is 759 km. It takes approximately 8h 39m to drive from Adelaide to Lilydale.

Where can I stay near Lilydale?

There are 674+ hotels available in Lilydale.

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There are 5 ways to get from Adelaide to Lilydale by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane ADL - MEL
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Lilydale Stationtrain
4h 39m
$134–369
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 85 Franklin St to Bendigo Station/Railway Plbus
2. Take the train from Bendigo Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Lilydale Stationtrain
13h 50m
$24–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Adelaide to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
12h 10m
$107–111
Train
1. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain The Overland
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Lilydale Stationtrain Lilydale
12h 53m
$149–380
Drive 759.2 km
1. Drive from Adelaide to Lilydalecar 759.2 km
8h 39m
$137–198

Adelaide to Lilydale by bus and foot

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12h 10mAverage Duration

$107Cheapest Price

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Distance: 710 km
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Adelaide, SA, Australia and Lilydale, VIC, Australia?

Firefly Express operates a bus from Adelaide to Southern Cross Coach Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 9h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Adelaide Station to Lilydale Station via Southern Cross Station in around 12h 53m.

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