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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Lilydale is to drive which takes 40 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Lilydale?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Lilydale station. However, there are services departing from Swanston 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 49m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Lilydale?

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 Lilydale?

The distance between Melbourne and Lilydale is 39 km. The road distance is 38.8 km.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Lilydale bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Lilydale train from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Lilydale?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Lilydale is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs $6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $12 and takes 1h 49m.

Where does the Melbourne to Lilydale bus arrive?

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

Where does the Melbourne to Lilydale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Lilydale?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Lilydale is 39 km. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Melbourne to Lilydale.

Where can I stay near Lilydale?

There are 682+ hotels available in Lilydale.

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Melbourne Central Station to Lilydale Stationtrain Lilydale
1h 1m
$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 Lilydale Station/West William Stbus 670 / ...
1h 49m
$12
Drive 38.8 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Lilydalecar 38.8 km
40 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Lilydaletaxi 38.8 km
40 min
$90–110
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Grand Hyatt Melbourne to Lilydaleshuttle Red Route / ...
45 min
$76

Melbourne to Lilydale by train

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Distance: 38.7 km
Duration: 1h 1m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Lilydale, 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 Lilydale Station/West William St via Mitcham Station/Colombo St, Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd, and Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy in around 1h 49m.

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