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

The cheapest way to get from Lilydale to Daylesford is to train and bus which costs $19 - $24 and takes 3h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lilydale to Daylesford is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Lilydale and Daylesford?

No, there is no direct bus from Lilydale station to Daylesford. However, there are services departing from Lilydale Station/West William St and arriving at CFA/Bridport St via Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy, Melbourne Airport and Ballan Station/Atkinson St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

How far is it from Lilydale to Daylesford?

The distance between Lilydale and Daylesford is 153 km. The road distance is 146.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Lilydale to Daylesford without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 59m and costs $19 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Lilydale to Daylesford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lilydale to Daylesford bus from?

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

Where does the Lilydale to Daylesford bus arrive?

Lilydale to Daylesford bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd station.

Can I drive from Lilydale to Daylesford?

Yes, the driving distance between Lilydale to Daylesford is 147 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Lilydale to Daylesford.

Where can I stay near Daylesford?

There are 565+ hotels available in Daylesford.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Lilydale Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballan Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Ballan Station/Atkinson St to CFA/Bridport Stbus
3h 59m
$19–23
Train, bus via Woodend
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lilydale Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Woodend Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Woodend Station/Station St to CFA/Bridport Stbus
4h 12m
$14–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy to Melbourne Airport/Grants Rdbus 901
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballanbus
7h 16m
$63
Drive 146.7 km
1. Drive from Lilydale to Daylesfordcar 146.7 km
1h 53m
$27–38

Lilydale to Daylesford by train and bus

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3h 59mAverage Duration

$19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 152.7 km
Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Lilydale Station/West William St to CFA/Bridport St via Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy, Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd, Melbourne Airport, and Ballan Station/Atkinson St in around 7h 16m.

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