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

The cheapest way to get from Lilydale to Metung is to train via Dandenong Station/Foster St which costs $45 - $60 and takes 7h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lilydale to Metung is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Lilydale and Metung?

No, there is no direct bus from Lilydale station to Metung. However, there are services departing from Lilydale Station/West William St and arriving at General Store/Princes Hwy via Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy, Dandenong Station/Foster St, Traralgon Station/Princes St and Bairnsdale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Lilydale and Metung?

No, there is no direct train from Lilydale station to Metung station. However, there are services departing from Lilydale Station and arriving at Bairnsdale Station via Richmond Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

How far is it from Lilydale to Metung?

The distance between Lilydale and Metung is 339 km. The road distance is 296.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Lilydale to Metung without a car is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs $95 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 6m to get from Lilydale to Metung, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lilydale to Metung bus from?

Lilydale to Metung bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Dandenong Station/Foster St.

Where do I catch the Lilydale to Metung train from?

Lilydale to Metung train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Richmond Station.

Train or bus from Lilydale to Metung?

The best way to get from Lilydale to Metung is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs $95 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $90 and takes 8h 24m.

Where does the Lilydale to Metung bus arrive?

Lilydale to Metung bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Traralgon Station/Princes St.

Where does the Lilydale to Metung train arrive?

Lilydale to Metung train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Bairnsdale Station.

Can I drive from Lilydale to Metung?

Yes, the driving distance between Lilydale to Metung is 296 km. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Lilydale to Metung.

Where can I stay near Metung?

There are 374+ hotels available in Metung.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Richmond Station to Bairnsdale Stationtrain Traralgon
6h 6m
$96–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dandenong Station/Foster St to Traralgon Station/Princes Stbus Traralgon
2. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Bairnsdalebus Traralgon
8h 24m
$38–88
Drive 296.5 km
1. Drive from Lilydale to Metungcar 296.5 km
3h 45m
$54–77
Train via Dandenong Station/Foster St
1. Take the train from Dandenong Station to Bairnsdale Stationtrain Traralgon
7h 18m
$48–59

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Distance: 338.7 km
Duration: 6h 6m

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

V/Line operates a train from Richmond Station to Bairnsdale Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $10–14 and the journey takes 3h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lilydale Station/West William St to Metung via Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy, Dandenong Station/Foster St, Traralgon Station/Princes St, Bairnsdale, and General Store/Princes Hwy in around 8h 24m.

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