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

The cheapest way to get from Rye to Lilydale is to bus which costs $6 and takes 4h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rye to Lilydale is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Rye and Lilydale?

No, there is no direct bus from Rye to Lilydale station. However, there are services departing from Elgan Ave/Point Nepean Rd and arriving at Lilydale Station/West William St via Frankston and Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Rye to Lilydale?

The distance between Rye and Lilydale is 121 km. The road distance is 99.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Rye to Lilydale without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 36m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Rye to Lilydale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rye to Lilydale bus from?

Rye to Lilydale bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Elgan Ave/Point Nepean Rd station.

Where does the Rye to Lilydale bus arrive?

Rye to Lilydale bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Frankston station.

Can I drive from Rye to Lilydale?

Yes, the driving distance between Rye to Lilydale is 100 km. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Rye to Lilydale.

Where can I stay near Lilydale?

There are 674+ hotels available in Lilydale.

Rye to Lilydale - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Rye to Lilydale by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Lyons St/Point Nepean Rd to Frankstonbus 788
2. Take the train from Frankston Station to Richmond Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Richmond Station to Lilydale Stationtrain
3h 36m
$12
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elgan Ave/Point Nepean Rd to Frankstonbus 788
2. Take the bus from Frankston to Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwybus 901
4h 2m
$6
Drive 99.7 km
1. Drive from Rye to Lilydalecar 99.7 km
1h 17m
$18–26

Rye to Lilydale by bus and train

313Weekly Services

3h 36mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 120.5 km
Duration: 3h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Elgan Ave/Point Nepean Rd to Lilydale Station/West William St via Frankston and Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy in around 4h 2m.

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