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

The cheapest way to get from Lilydale to Emerald is to line 663 bus and line 695 bus which costs $6 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lilydale to Emerald is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs $65 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Lilydale and Emerald?

No, there is no direct bus from Lilydale to Emerald. However, there are services departing from Castella St/Maroondah Hwy and arriving at Emerald Village/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd via Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Lilydale to Emerald?

The distance between Lilydale and Emerald is 41 km. The road distance is 27.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Lilydale to Emerald without a car is to line 663 bus and line 695 bus which takes 1h 30m and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Lilydale to Emerald, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lilydale to Emerald bus from?

Lilydale to Emerald bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Castella St/Maroondah Hwy station.

Where does the Lilydale to Emerald bus arrive?

Lilydale to Emerald bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd.

Can I drive from Lilydale to Emerald?

Yes, the driving distance between Lilydale to Emerald is 28 km. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Lilydale to Emerald.

Where can I stay near Emerald?

There are 455+ hotels available in Emerald.

Lilydale to Emerald - 4 ways to travel via train, line 663 bus

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

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Line 663 bus, line 695 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Castella St/Maroondah Hwy to Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rdbus 663
2. Take the bus from Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd to Emerald Village/Belgrave-Gembrook Rdbus 695 / ...
1h 30m
$6
Drive 27.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lilydale to Emeraldcar 27.8 km
26 min
$5–8
Train, line 695 bus
1. Take the train from Lilydale Station to Ringwood Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Ringwood Station to Belgrave Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd to Emerald Village/Belgrave-Gembrook Rdbus 695
1h 35m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lilydale to Emeraldtaxi 27.8 km
26 min
$65–85

Lilydale to Emerald by bus

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1h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 41.1 km
Duration: 1h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Castella St/Maroondah Hwy to Emerald Village/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd via Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd in around 1h 30m.

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