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

The cheapest way to get from Caulfield to Lilydale is to train which costs $6 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caulfield to Lilydale is to drive which takes 38 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Caulfield and Lilydale?

No, there is no direct bus from Caulfield to Lilydale station. However, there are services departing from Tennyson Ave/Glen Eira Rd and arriving at Lilydale Station/West William St via Glen Waverley Station/Railway Pde and Croydon Station/Railway Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Caulfield and Lilydale?

No, there is no direct train from Caulfield station to Lilydale station. However, there are services departing from Caulfield Station and arriving at Lilydale Station via Richmond Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Caulfield to Lilydale?

The distance between Caulfield and Lilydale is 44 km. The road distance is 39.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Caulfield to Lilydale without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Caulfield to Lilydale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caulfield to Lilydale bus from?

Caulfield to Lilydale bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Tennyson Ave/Glen Eira Rd station.

Where do I catch the Caulfield to Lilydale train from?

Caulfield to Lilydale train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Caulfield Station.

Train or bus from Caulfield to Lilydale?

The best way to get from Caulfield to Lilydale is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs $6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18 and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Caulfield to Lilydale bus arrive?

Caulfield to Lilydale bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Glen Waverley Station/Railway Pde.

Where does the Caulfield to Lilydale train arrive?

Caulfield to Lilydale train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Richmond Station.

Can I drive from Caulfield to Lilydale?

Yes, the driving distance between Caulfield to Lilydale is 39 km. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Caulfield to Lilydale.

Where can I stay near Lilydale?

There are 685+ hotels available in Lilydale.

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There are 4 ways to get from Caulfield to Lilydale by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Caulfield Station to Richmond Stationtrain Frankston
2. Take the train from Richmond Station to Lilydale Stationtrain Lilydale
1h 25m
$6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tennyson Ave/Glen Eira Rd to Glen Waverley Station/Railway Pdebus 623
2. Take the bus from Glen Waverley Station/Railway Pde to Croydon Station/Railway Avebus 737 / ...
2h 30m
$18
Drive 39.2 km
1. Drive from Caulfield to Lilydalecar 39.2 km
38 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Caulfield to Lilydaletaxi 39.2 km
38 min
$90–120

Caulfield to Lilydale by train

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Distance: 43.6 km
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Caulfield, VIC, Australia and Lilydale, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Caulfield Station to Lilydale Station via Richmond Station in around 1h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tennyson Ave/Glen Eira Rd to Lilydale Station/West William St via Glen Waverley Station/Railway Pde and Croydon Station/Railway Ave in around 2h 30m.

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