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

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Lilydale is to bus which costs $100 - $170 and takes 9h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Lilydale is to fly and train which takes 4h 35m and costs $150 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Lilydale?

No, there is no direct bus from Canberra to Lilydale station. However, there are services departing from Canberra 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 9h 45m.

How far is it from Canberra to Lilydale?

The distance between Canberra and Lilydale is 539 km. The road distance is 641.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Canberra to Lilydale without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 28m and costs $100 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Canberra to Lilydale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Lilydale bus from?

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

Where does the Canberra to Lilydale bus arrive?

Canberra to Lilydale bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Can I drive from Canberra to Lilydale?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Lilydale is 641 km. It takes approximately 6h 56m to drive from Canberra to Lilydale.

Where can I stay near Lilydale?

There are 672+ hotels available in Lilydale.

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

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

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Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane CBR - MEL
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Lilydale Stationtrain
4h 35m
$157–359
Bus, train via Albury
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Alburybus
2. Take the train from Albury Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Lilydale Stationtrain
9h 28m
$38–292
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Lilydale Stationtrain Lilydale
9h 28m
$109–222
Drive 641.2 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Lilydalecar 641.2 km
6h 56m
$116–167
Bus
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
9h 45m
$104–161

Canberra to Lilydale by bus and train

7Weekly Services

9h 28mAverage Duration

$109Cheapest Price

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Distance: 539.3 km
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Canberra, ACT, Australia and Lilydale, VIC, Australia?

FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Canberra to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St twice daily. Tickets cost $90–150 and the journey takes 7h 30m.

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