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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Daylesford is to train and bus which costs $14 - $18 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Daylesford is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Daylesford?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Daylesford. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and arriving at CFA/Bridport St via Woodend Station/Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Daylesford?

The distance between Melbourne and Daylesford is 112 km. The road distance is 107.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Daylesford without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 42m and costs $14 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Melbourne to Daylesford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Daylesford bus from?

Melbourne to Daylesford bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where does the Melbourne to Daylesford bus arrive?

Melbourne to Daylesford bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Woodend Station/Station St.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Daylesford?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Daylesford is 108 km. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Melbourne to Daylesford.

Where can I stay near Daylesford?

There are 562+ hotels available in Daylesford.

Melbourne to Daylesford - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Melbourne to Daylesford by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballan Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the bus from Ballan Station/Atkinson St to CFA/Bridport Stbus Ballan - Hepburn Springs
2h 42m
$14–17
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Woodend Station/Station Stbus Bendigo
2. Take the bus from Woodend Station/Station St to CFA/Bridport Stbus Coach
2h 44m
$2–28
Drive 107.8 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Daylesfordcar 107.8 km
1h 21m
$20–28

Melbourne to Daylesford by train and bus

5Weekly Services

2h 42mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 112.3 km
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Daylesford, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to CFA/Bridport St via Woodend Station/Station St in around 2h 44m.

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