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

The cheapest way to get from Warrnambool to Lilydale is to train which costs $16 - $20 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Warrnambool to Lilydale is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Warrnambool and Lilydale?

No, there is no direct bus from Warrnambool station to Lilydale station. However, there are services departing from Warrnambool Station/Merri St and arriving at Lilydale Station/West William St via Ballarat, King St/Lonsdale St, Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd and Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Warrnambool and Lilydale?

No, there is no direct train from Warrnambool station to Lilydale station. However, there are services departing from Warrnambool Station and arriving at Lilydale Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Warrnambool to Lilydale?

The distance between Warrnambool and Lilydale is 307 km. The road distance is 294.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Warrnambool to Lilydale without a car is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs $16 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Warrnambool to Lilydale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Warrnambool to Lilydale bus from?

Warrnambool to Lilydale bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Warrnambool Station/Merri St.

Where do I catch the Warrnambool to Lilydale train from?

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

Train or bus from Warrnambool to Lilydale?

The best way to get from Warrnambool to Lilydale is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs $16 - $20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $140 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Warrnambool to Lilydale bus arrive?

Warrnambool to Lilydale bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St.

Where does the Warrnambool to Lilydale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Warrnambool to Lilydale?

Yes, the driving distance between Warrnambool to Lilydale is 294 km. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Warrnambool to Lilydale.

Where can I stay near Lilydale?

There are 671+ hotels available in Lilydale.

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Warrnambool Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Geelong
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Lilydale Stationtrain Lilydale
4h 45m
$16–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Warrnambool Station/Merri St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
7h 45m
$110–132
Drive 294.4 km
1. Drive from Warrnambool to Lilydalecar 294.4 km
3h 33m
$53–77

Warrnambool to Lilydale by train

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Distance: 307 km
Duration: 4h 45m

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

You can take a train from Warrnambool Station to Lilydale Station via Southern Cross Station in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Warrnambool Station/Merri St to Lilydale Station/West William St via Ballarat, Southern Cross Coach Terminal, King St/Lonsdale St, Mitcham Station/Colombo St, Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd, and Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy in around 7h 45m.

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