What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Lillydale Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Lillydale Lake is to train which costs $6 and takes 1h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Lillydale Lake?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Lillydale Lake is to drive which takes 42 min and costs $8 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Lillydale Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Lillydale Lake. However, there are services departing from Swanston St/Lonsdale St and arriving at Box Hill Institute/Jarlo Dr via Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd and Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Lillydale Lake?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Melbourne Central Station station and arriving at Lilydale Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Lillydale Lake?

The distance between Melbourne and Lillydale Lake is 40 km. The road distance is 39 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Lillydale Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Lillydale Lake without a car is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Lillydale Lake?

The train from Melbourne Central Station to Lilydale Station takes 1h 1m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Lillydale Lake bus from?

Melbourne to Lillydale Lake bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Swanston St/Lonsdale St station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Lillydale Lake train from?

Melbourne to Lillydale Lake train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Melbourne Central Station.

Train or bus from Melbourne to Lillydale Lake?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Lillydale Lake is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs $6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $12 and takes 2h 7m.

Where does the Melbourne to Lillydale Lake bus arrive?

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

Where does the Melbourne to Lillydale Lake train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Lillydale Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Lillydale Lake is 39 km. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Melbourne to Lillydale Lake.

Where can I stay near Lillydale Lake?

There are 835+ hotels available in Lillydale Lake.

Melbourne to Lillydale Lake - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Melbourne to Lillydale Lake by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Melbourne Central Station to Lilydale Stationtrain Lilydale
1h 18m
$6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swanston St/Lonsdale St to Mitcham Station/Colombo Stbus 907
2. Take the bus from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy to Box Hill Institute/Jarlo Drbus 670
2h 7m
$12
Drive 39 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Lillydale Lakecar 39 km
42 min
$9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Lillydale Laketaxi 39 km
42 min
$90–110

Melbourne to Lillydale Lake by train and foot

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Distance: 40.2 km
Duration: 1h 18m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Lillydale Lake, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Melbourne Central Station to Lilydale Station hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swanston St/Lonsdale St to Lillydale Lake via Mitcham Station/Colombo St, Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd, Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy, and Box Hill Institute/Jarlo Dr in around 2h 7m.

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