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

The cheapest way to get from Reservoir to Lilydale is to train which costs $6 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reservoir to Lilydale is to drive which takes 39 min and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct bus between Reservoir and Lilydale?

No, there is no direct bus from Reservoir station to Lilydale station. However, there are services departing from Keon Park Station/Keon Pde and arriving at Lilydale Station/West William St via Greensborough Station/Para Rd and Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Reservoir and Lilydale?

No, there is no direct train from Reservoir station to Lilydale station. However, there are services departing from Reservoir Station and arriving at Lilydale Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Reservoir to Lilydale?

The distance between Reservoir and Lilydale is 51 km. The road distance is 41.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Reservoir to Lilydale without a car is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Reservoir to Lilydale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reservoir to Lilydale bus from?

Reservoir to Lilydale bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Greensborough Station/Para Rd.

Where do I catch the Reservoir to Lilydale train from?

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

Train or bus from Reservoir to Lilydale?

The best way to get from Reservoir to Lilydale is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs $6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 and takes 2h 16m.

Where does the Reservoir to Lilydale bus arrive?

Reservoir to Lilydale bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy.

Where does the Reservoir to Lilydale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reservoir to Lilydale?

Yes, the driving distance between Reservoir to Lilydale is 41 km. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Reservoir to Lilydale.

Where can I stay near Lilydale?

There are 700+ hotels available in Lilydale.

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

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1. Take the train from Reservoir Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Mernda
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Lilydale Stationtrain Lilydale
1h 53m
$6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Greensborough Station/Para Rd to Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwybus 901
2. Take the bus from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy to Lilydale Station/West William Stbus 670 / ...
2h 16m
$6
Drive 41.2 km
1. Drive from Reservoir to Lilydalecar 41.2 km
39 min
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reservoir to Lilydaletaxi 41.2 km
39 min
$95–120
Line 11 tram, train
1. Take the tram from West Preston/Gilbert Rd #47 to Parliamenttram 11
2. Take the train from Parliament Station to Lilydale Stationtrain Lilydale
1h 57m
$12

Reservoir to Lilydale by train

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Distance: 51.4 km
Duration: 1h 53m

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

You can take a train from Reservoir Station to Lilydale Station via Flinders Street Station in around 1h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Keon Park Station/Keon Pde to Lilydale Station/West William St via Greensborough Station/Para Rd and Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy in around 2h 16m.

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