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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Lilydale is to drive which takes 37 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne CBD and Lilydale?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne CBD to Lilydale station. However, there are services departing from Exhibition St/Lonsdale St and arriving at Lilydale Station/West William St via Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd and Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne CBD and Lilydale?

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

How far is it from Melbourne CBD to Lilydale?

The distance between Melbourne CBD and Lilydale is 38 km. The road distance is 39.8 km.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne CBD to Lilydale bus from?

Melbourne CBD to Lilydale bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Exhibition St/Lonsdale St station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne CBD to Lilydale train from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne CBD to Lilydale?

The best way to get from Melbourne CBD to Lilydale is to train which takes 58 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 907 bus and line 670 bus, which costs $12 and takes 1h 56m.

Where does the Melbourne CBD to Lilydale bus arrive?

Melbourne CBD to Lilydale bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Mitcham Station/Colombo St.

Where does the Melbourne CBD to Lilydale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne CBD to Lilydale?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne CBD to Lilydale is 40 km. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Melbourne CBD to Lilydale.

Where can I stay near Lilydale?

There are 672+ hotels available in Lilydale.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Parliament Station to Lilydale Stationtrain Lilydale
58 min
$6
Line 907 bus, line 670 bus
1. Take the bus from Exhibition St/Lonsdale St to Mitcham Station/Colombo Stbus 907
2. Take the bus from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy to Lilydale Station/West William Stbus 670 / ...
1h 56m
$12
Drive 39.8 km
1. Drive from Melbourne CBD to Lilydalecar 39.8 km
37 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne CBD to Lilydaletaxi 39.8 km
37 min
$95–120
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Grand Hyatt Melbourne to Lilydaleshuttle Red Route / ...
45 min
$78

Melbourne CBD to Lilydale by train

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Distance: 37.6 km
Duration: 58 min

What companies run services between Melbourne CBD, VIC, Australia and Lilydale, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Parliament Station to Lilydale Station hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 58 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Exhibition St/Lonsdale St to Lilydale Station/West William St via Mitcham Station/Colombo St, Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd, and Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy in around 1h 56m.

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