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

The cheapest way to get from Dandenong to Lilydale is to line 901 bus and line 670 bus which costs $6 and takes 1h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dandenong to Lilydale is to drive which takes 28 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Dandenong and Lilydale?

No, there is no direct bus from Dandenong to Lilydale station. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Rd/George St and arriving at Lilydale Station/West William St via Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Dandenong and Lilydale?

No, there is no direct train from Dandenong station to Lilydale station. However, there are services departing from Yarraman Station and arriving at Lilydale Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Dandenong to Lilydale?

The distance between Dandenong and Lilydale is 41 km. The road distance is 35.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Dandenong to Lilydale without a car is to line 901 bus and train which takes 1h 29m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Dandenong to Lilydale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dandenong to Lilydale bus from?

Dandenong to Lilydale bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Cheltenham Rd/George St station.

Where do I catch the Dandenong to Lilydale train from?

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

Train or bus from Dandenong to Lilydale?

The best way to get from Dandenong to Lilydale is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can line 901 bus and line 670 bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 47m.

Where does the Dandenong to Lilydale bus arrive?

Dandenong to Lilydale bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy.

Where does the Dandenong to Lilydale train arrive?

Dandenong to Lilydale train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Town Hall Station.

Can I drive from Dandenong to Lilydale?

Yes, the driving distance between Dandenong to Lilydale is 35 km. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Dandenong to Lilydale.

Where can I stay near Lilydale?

There are 672+ hotels available in Lilydale.

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There are 5 ways to get from Dandenong to Lilydale by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 901 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cheltenham Rd/George St to Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwybus 901
2. Take the train from Ringwood Station to Lilydale Stationtrain Lilydale
1h 29m
$12
Line 901 bus, line 670 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cheltenham Rd/George St to Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwybus 901
2. Take the bus from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy to Lilydale Station/West William Stbus 670 / ...
1h 47m
$6
Train
1. Take the train from Yarraman Station to Town Hall Stationtrain Cranbourne / ...
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Lilydale Stationtrain Lilydale
2h 5m
$11
Drive 35.4 km
1. Drive from Dandenong to Lilydalecar 35.4 km
28 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dandenong to Lilydaletaxi 35.4 km
28 min
$85–100

Dandenong to Lilydale by bus and train

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Distance: 40.5 km
Duration: 1h 29m

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

You can take a train from Yarraman Station to Lilydale Station via Town Hall Station and Flinders Street Station in around 2h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cheltenham Rd/George St to Lilydale Station/West William St via Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy in around 1h 47m.

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