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 bus between Lilydale and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Lilydale station to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Lilydale Station/West William St and arriving at Elizabeth St/Lonsdale St via Mitcham Station/Colombo St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

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 bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lilydale to Melbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Lilydale to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Lilydale to Melbourne is to train which takes 58 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18 and takes 1h 49m.

Where does the Lilydale to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

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 5332+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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

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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
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 Elizabeth St/Lonsdale Stbus 907
1h 49m
$18
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, you can take a bus from Lilydale Station/West William St to Elizabeth St/Lonsdale St via Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy, Ringwood Station, Mitcham Station, and Mitcham Station/Colombo St in around 1h 49m.

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