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

The cheapest way to get from Lilydale to Cowes is to line 901 bus and bus which costs $12 - $29 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lilydale to Cowes is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Lilydale and Cowes?

No, there is no direct bus from Lilydale station to Cowes. However, there are services departing from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy and arriving at Cowes Transit Centre/Church St via Dandenong Station/Foster St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Lilydale to Cowes?

The distance between Lilydale and Cowes is 150 km. The road distance is 131.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Lilydale to Cowes without a car is to line 901 bus and bus which takes 4h 37m and costs $12 - $29.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Lilydale to Cowes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lilydale to Cowes bus from?

Lilydale to Cowes bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy.

Where does the Lilydale to Cowes bus arrive?

Lilydale to Cowes bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Dandenong Station/Foster St.

Can I drive from Lilydale to Cowes?

Yes, the driving distance between Lilydale to Cowes is 132 km. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Lilydale to Cowes.

Where can I stay near Cowes?

There are 1072+ hotels available in Cowes.

Lilydale to Cowes - 3 ways to travel via train, line 901 bus, bus, and ferry

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There are 3 ways to get from Lilydale to Cowes by bus, train, ferry, or car

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Line 901 bus, bus
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1. Take the bus from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy to Dandenong Station/Foster Stbus 901
2. Take the bus from Dandenong Station/Foster St to Cowes Transit Centre/Church Stbus Coach
4h 37m
$13–29
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Lilydale Station to Richmond Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Richmond Station to Frankston Stationtrain
3. Take the ferry from Stony Point to Phillip Island Cowesferry
5h 10m
$23
Drive 131.9 km
1. Drive from Lilydale to Cowescar 131.9 km
1h 50m
$24–34

Lilydale to Cowes by train and bus

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4h 37mAverage Duration

$13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 150.5 km
Duration: 4h 37m

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

You can take a train from Lilydale Station to Cowes Transit Centre/Church St via Ringwood Station, Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy, and Dandenong Station/Foster St in around 4h 37m.

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