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

The cheapest way to get from Lilydale to Stawell is to train and bus which costs $14 - $35 and takes 5h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lilydale to Stawell is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Lilydale and Stawell?

No, there is no direct bus from Lilydale station to Stawell. However, there are services departing from Mitcham Station/Colombo St and arriving at Stawell via Southern Cross Coach Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Lilydale and Stawell?

No, there is no direct train from Lilydale station to Stawell station. However, there are services departing from Lilydale Station and arriving at Stawell Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Lilydale to Stawell?

The distance between Lilydale and Stawell is 277 km. The road distance is 268.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Lilydale to Stawell without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 23m and costs $14 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Lilydale to Stawell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lilydale to Stawell bus from?

Lilydale to Stawell bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Lilydale to Stawell train from?

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

Train or bus from Lilydale to Stawell?

The best way to get from Lilydale to Stawell is to bus which takes 6h 26m and costs $106 - $111. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $170 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Lilydale to Stawell bus arrive?

Lilydale to Stawell bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Stawell station.

Where does the Lilydale to Stawell train arrive?

Lilydale to Stawell train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Lilydale to Stawell?

Yes, the driving distance between Lilydale to Stawell is 268 km. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Lilydale to Stawell.

Where can I stay near Stawell?

There are 147+ hotels available in Stawell.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Lilydale Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Stawell Station/Napier Stbus
5h 23m
$14–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Stawellbus Adelaide
6h 26m
$106–110
Drive 268.2 km
1. Drive from Lilydale to Stawellcar 268.2 km
3h 13m
$48–70
Train
1. Take the train from Lilydale Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Lilydale
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Stawell Stationtrain The Overland
5h 26m
$70–166

Lilydale to Stawell by train and bus

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Distance: 277.3 km
Duration: 5h 23m

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

Firefly Express operates a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Stawell once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 3h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lilydale Station to Stawell Station via Southern Cross Station in around 5h 26m.

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