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

The cheapest way to get from Elsternwick to Lilydale is to train which costs $6 and takes 1h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elsternwick to Lilydale is to drive which takes 40 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Elsternwick and Lilydale?

No, there is no direct bus from Elsternwick to Lilydale. However, there are services departing from Rowan St/Orrong Rd and arriving at Lilydale Post Office/Maroondah Hwy via Oakleigh Station/Portman St and Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Elsternwick and Lilydale?

No, there is no direct train from Elsternwick station to Lilydale station. However, there are services departing from Elsternwick Station and arriving at Lilydale Station via Richmond Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Elsternwick to Lilydale?

The distance between Elsternwick and Lilydale is 43 km. The road distance is 41.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Elsternwick to Lilydale without a car is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Elsternwick to Lilydale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elsternwick to Lilydale bus from?

Elsternwick to Lilydale bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Rowan St/Orrong Rd station.

Where do I catch the Elsternwick to Lilydale train from?

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

Train or bus from Elsternwick to Lilydale?

The best way to get from Elsternwick to Lilydale is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs $6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $12 and takes 2h 47m.

Where does the Elsternwick to Lilydale bus arrive?

Elsternwick to Lilydale bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Oakleigh Station/Johnson St.

Where does the Elsternwick to Lilydale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elsternwick to Lilydale?

Yes, the driving distance between Elsternwick to Lilydale is 41 km. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Elsternwick to Lilydale.

Where can I stay near Lilydale?

There are 686+ hotels available in Lilydale.

Elsternwick to Lilydale - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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1. Take the train from Richmond Station to Lilydale Stationtrain Lilydale
1h 24m
$6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rowan St/Orrong Rd to Oakleigh Station/Johnson Stbus 625
2. Take the bus from Oakleigh Station/Portman St to Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rdbus 693
3. Take the bus from Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd to Lilydale Post Office/Maroondah Hwybus 663
2h 47m
$12
Drive 41.2 km
1. Drive from Elsternwick to Lilydalecar 41.2 km
40 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Elsternwick to Lilydaletaxi 41.2 km
40 min
$95–120

Elsternwick to Lilydale by train

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Distance: 42.8 km
Duration: 1h 24m

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Richmond Station to Lilydale Station every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rowan St/Orrong Rd to Lilydale Post Office/Maroondah Hwy via Oakleigh Station/Johnson St, Oakleigh Station/Portman St, and Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd in around 2h 47m.

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