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

The cheapest way to get from Melton to Lilydale is to train which costs $18 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melton to Lilydale is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs $16 - $25.

Is there a direct train between Melton and Lilydale?

No, there is no direct train from Melton station to Lilydale station. However, there are services departing from Melton Station and arriving at Lilydale Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Melton to Lilydale?

The distance between Melton and Lilydale is 79 km. The road distance is 77.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Melton to Lilydale without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Melton to Lilydale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melton to Lilydale bus from?

Melton to Lilydale bus services, operated by Public Transport Victoria, depart from Melton Bus Interchange/Palmerston St station.

Where do I catch the Melton to Lilydale train from?

Melton to Lilydale train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Melton Station.

Train or bus from Melton to Lilydale?

The best way to get from Melton to Lilydale is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18 and takes 3h 39m.

Where does the Melton to Lilydale bus arrive?

Melton to Lilydale bus services, operated by Public Transport Victoria, arrive at Sunshine Station/Dickson St.

Where does the Melton to Lilydale train arrive?

Melton to Lilydale train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Melton to Lilydale?

Yes, the driving distance between Melton to Lilydale is 78 km. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Melton to Lilydale.

Where can I stay near Lilydale?

There are 699+ hotels available in Lilydale.

Melton to Lilydale - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

Q: Is there a direct bus between Melton and Lilydale?

No, there is no direct bus from Melton to Lilydale station. However, there are services departing from Melton Bus Interchange/Palmerston St and arriving at Lilydale Station/West William St via Sunshine Station/Dickson St, County Court/Lonsdale St, Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd and Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Melton Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Lilydale Stationtrain Lilydale
2h 33m
$18
Drive 77.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melton to Lilydalecar 77.7 km
1h 8m
$17–25
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Melton Bus Interchange/Palmerston St to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 456
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to County Court/Lonsdale Stbus 216 / ...
3. Take the train from Flagstaff Station to Lilydale Stationtrain
3h 7m
$18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melton to Lilydaletaxi 77.7 km
1h 8m
$180–220
Bus
1. Take the bus from Melton Bus Interchange/Palmerston St to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 456
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to County Court/Lonsdale Stbus 216 / ...
3. Take the bus from County Court/Lonsdale St to Mitcham Station/Colombo Stbus 907
3h 39m
$18

Melton to Lilydale by bus and train

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2h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 79.5 km
Duration: 2h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Barries Rd/Station Rd to Lilydale Station via Melton Station/Brooklyn Rd, Melton Station, and Southern Cross Station in around 2h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Melton Bus Interchange/Palmerston St to Lilydale Station/West William St via Sunshine Station/Dickson St, County Court/Lonsdale St, Mitcham Station/Colombo St, Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd, and Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy in around 3h 39m.

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