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

The cheapest way to get from Footscray to Lilydale is to train which costs $6 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Footscray to Lilydale is to drive which takes 41 min and costs $8 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Footscray and Lilydale?

No, there is no direct bus from Footscray to Lilydale station. However, there are services departing from Nicholson St/Irving St and arriving at Lilydale Station/West William St via County Court/Lonsdale St, Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd and Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Footscray and Lilydale?

No, there is no direct train from Footscray station to Lilydale station. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station and arriving at Lilydale Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Footscray to Lilydale?

The distance between Footscray and Lilydale is 46 km. The road distance is 46.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Footscray to Lilydale without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Footscray to Lilydale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Lilydale bus from?

Footscray to Lilydale bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from County Court/Lonsdale St station.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Lilydale train from?

Footscray to Lilydale train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train or bus from Footscray to Lilydale?

The best way to get from Footscray to Lilydale is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 907 bus and line 670 bus, which costs $18 and takes 2h 36m.

Where does the Footscray to Lilydale bus arrive?

Footscray to Lilydale bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Mitcham Station/Colombo St.

Where does the Footscray to Lilydale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Footscray to Lilydale?

Yes, the driving distance between Footscray to Lilydale is 46 km. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Footscray to Lilydale.

Where can I stay near Lilydale?

There are 672+ hotels available in Lilydale.

Footscray to Lilydale - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 907 bus

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

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1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Lilydale Stationtrain Lilydale
1h 37m
$6
Line 907 bus, line 670 bus
1. Take the bus from County Court/Lonsdale St to Mitcham Station/Colombo Stbus 907
2. Take the bus from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy to Lilydale Station/West William Stbus 670 / ...
2h 36m
$18
Drive 46.2 km
1. Drive from Footscray to Lilydalecar 46.2 km
41 min
$9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Footscray to Lilydaletaxi 46.2 km
41 min
$100–130

Footscray to Lilydale by train

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Distance: 45.9 km
Duration: 1h 37m

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Lilydale Station hourly, and the journey takes 1h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nicholson St/Irving St to Lilydale Station/West William St via William St/A'Beckett St, County Court/Lonsdale St, Mitcham Station/Colombo St, Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd, and Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy in around 2h 36m.

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