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

The cheapest way to get from Lilydale to Melbourne is to train which costs $6 and takes 58 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Lilydale to Melbourne is to drive which takes 38 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct train between Lilydale and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lilydale Station station and arriving at Flinders Street Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Lilydale to Melbourne?

The distance between Lilydale and Melbourne is 38 km. The road distance is 39.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Lilydale to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 58 min and costs $6.

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

The train from Lilydale Station to Flinders Street Station takes 58 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Lilydale to Melbourne train from?

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

Where does the Lilydale to Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lilydale to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Lilydale to Melbourne is 40 km. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Lilydale to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5303+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Lilydale to Melbourne - 5 ways to travel via train, line 907 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Lilydale to Melbourne by train, bus, car, taxi, or shuttle

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1. Take the train from Lilydale Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Lilydale
58 min
$6
Train, line 907 bus
1. Take the train from Lilydale Station to Mitcham Stationtrain Lilydale
2. Take the bus from Mitcham Station/Colombo St to Elizabeth St/Lonsdale Stbus 907
1h 27m
$12
Drive 39.9 km
1. Drive from Lilydale to Melbournecar 39.9 km
38 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lilydale to Melbournetaxi 39.9 km
38 min
$95–120
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Lilydale to Grand Hyatt Melbourneshuttle Red Route / ...
45 min
$93

Lilydale to Melbourne by train

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Distance: 37.7 km
Duration: 58 min

What companies run services between Lilydale, VIC, Australia and Melbourne, 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, Hop It operates a shuttle from Lilydale to Grand Hyatt Melbourne once daily. Tickets cost $93 and the journey takes 45 min.

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