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

The cheapest way to get from Lilydale to Footscray is to train which costs $6 and takes 1h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lilydale to Footscray is to drive which takes 41 min and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct bus between Lilydale and Footscray?

No, there is no direct bus from Lilydale station to Footscray. However, there are services departing from Lilydale Station/West William St and arriving at Leeds St/Hopkins St via Mitcham Station/Colombo St and Lonsdale St/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Lilydale and Footscray?

No, there is no direct train from Lilydale station to Footscray station. However, there are services departing from Lilydale Station and arriving at Footscray Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Lilydale to Footscray?

The distance between Lilydale and Footscray is 45 km. The road distance is 46.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Lilydale to Footscray without a car is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Lilydale to Footscray, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lilydale to Footscray bus from?

Lilydale to Footscray bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Lilydale Station/West William St.

Where do I catch the Lilydale to Footscray train from?

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

Train or bus from Lilydale to Footscray?

The best way to get from Lilydale to Footscray is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs $6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $24 and takes 2h 18m.

Where does the Lilydale to Footscray bus arrive?

Lilydale to Footscray bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy.

Where does the Lilydale to Footscray train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lilydale to Footscray?

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

Where can I stay near Footscray?

There are 5280+ hotels available in Footscray.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Lilydale Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Lilydale
1h 15m
$6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lilydale Station/West William St to Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwybus 670 / ...
2. Take the bus from Mitcham Station/Colombo St to King St/Lonsdale Stbus 907
2h 18m
$24
Drive 46.4 km
1. Drive from Lilydale to Footscraycar 46.4 km
41 min
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lilydale to Footscraytaxi 46.4 km
41 min
$110–130

Lilydale to Footscray by train

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Distance: 44.7 km
Duration: 1h 15m

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Lilydale Station to Flinders Street Station hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 58 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lilydale Station/West William St to Leeds St/Hopkins St via Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy, Ringwood Station, Mitcham Station, Mitcham Station/Colombo St, King St/Lonsdale St, and Lonsdale St/Spencer St in around 2h 18m.

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