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How to get from Ferny Creek to Lilydale by bus and train?

From Ferny Creek to Lilydale by bus and train

To get from Ferny Creek to Lilydale in Melbourne, take the 688 bus from Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd/Old Main Rd (Ferny Creek) station to Croydon Station/Railway Gr (Croydon) station. Next, take the LILYDALE train from Croydon station to Lilydale station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 10 min. The ride fare is A$3.30.

70minA$3.30
Bus - 688
688
Train - LILYDALE
LILYDALE
Walk to Lilydale
Leaves from Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd/Old Main Rd (Ferny Creek)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Ferny Creek
  • 2
    Bus - 688688
    Wait for bus
    688
    Croydon
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Croydon Station/Railway Gr (Croydon)
    ID 21279
    43 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Croydon
    150 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - LILYDALELILYDALE
    Wait for train
    LILYDALE
    Lilydale
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lilydale
    16 min
  • 7
    Walk to Lilydale
    Walk to
    Lilydale
    10 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Ferny Creek to Lilydale by bus

To get from Ferny Creek to Lilydale in Melbourne, take the 688 bus from Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd/Old Main Rd (Ferny Creek) station to Montrose Cfa/Mt Dandenong Rd (Montrose) station. Next, take the 679 bus from Montrose Cfa/Mt Dandenong Rd (Montrose) station to Lilydale Station/East William St (Lilydale) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 15 min.

75min
Bus - 688
688
Bus - 679
679
Walk to Lilydale
Leaves from Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd/Old Main Rd (Ferny Creek)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Ferny Creek
  • 2
    Bus - 688688
    Wait for bus
    688
    Croydon
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Montrose Cfa/Mt Dandenong Rd (Montrose)
    ID 8938
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Montrose Cfa/Mt Dandenong Rd (Montrose)
    ID 22059
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 679679
    Wait for bus
    679
    Chirnside Park Sc
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lilydale Station/East William St (Lilydale)
    ID 28196
    26 min
  • 7
    Walk to Lilydale
    Walk to
    Lilydale
    150 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ferny Creek to Lilydale

The distance between Ferny Creek, Melbourne and Lilydale, Melbourne is approximately 31.91 km, which can typically be travelled in 70 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ferny Creek to Lilydale by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Ferny Creek

Ferny Creek is located at Ferny Creek, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd/Old Main Rd (Ferny Creek).

Train stations close to Ferny Creek:

  • Tecoma
  • Upwey
  • Belgrave

Bus stations close to Ferny Creek:

  • Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd/Old Main Rd (Ferny Creek)
  • Mast Gully Rd/Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd (Ferny Creek)
  • Fernbrook Rd/Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd (Ferny Creek)

Public transport stations close to Lilydale, Melbourne

Lilydale is located at Lilydale, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Lilydale Station/Maroondah Hwy (Lilydale).

Train stations close to Lilydale:

  • Lilydale
  • Mooroolbark

Bus stations close to Lilydale:

  • Lilydale Station/Maroondah Hwy (Lilydale)
  • Lilydale Station/Main St (Lilydale)
  • Lilydale Station/West William St (Lilydale)

From Ferny Creek to Lilydale by bus

To get from Ferny Creek to Lilydale in Melbourne, take the 688 bus from Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd/Old Main Rd (Ferny Creek) station to Montrose Cfa/Mt Dandenong Rd (Montrose) station. Next, take the 679 bus from Montrose Cfa/Mt Dandenong Rd (Montrose) station to Lilydale Station/East William St (Lilydale) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 15 min.

75min
Bus - 688
688
Bus - 679
679
Walk to Lilydale
Leaves from Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd/Old Main Rd (Ferny Creek)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Ferny Creek
  • 2
    Bus - 688688
    Wait for bus
    688
    Croydon
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Montrose Cfa/Mt Dandenong Rd (Montrose)
    ID 8938
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Montrose Cfa/Mt Dandenong Rd (Montrose)
    ID 22059
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 679679
    Wait for bus
    679
    Chirnside Park Sc
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lilydale Station/East William St (Lilydale)
    ID 28196
    26 min
  • 7
    Walk to Lilydale
    Walk to
    Lilydale
    150 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ferny Creek to Lilydale?

    The fastest way takes 70 minutes, using Bus line 688, Bus line LILYDALE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Ferny Creek to Lilydale?

    The alternative route takes 75 minutes, using Bus line 688, Bus line 679.

  • Is there a direct bus between Ferny Creek and Lilydale in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 10 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Ferny Creek to Lilydale in Melbourne?

    The 688 bus line goes from Croydon station near Ferny Creek to Croydon Station/Railway Gr (Croydon) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Croydon Station/Railway Gr (Croydon) station near Lilydale in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from Ferny Creek to Lilydale in Melbourne by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Ferny Creek and Lilydale in Melbourne by bus and train is about 1 hr 10 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Ferny Creek to get to Lilydale in Melbourne?

    Get on the 688 bus from the Croydon stop near Ferny Creek in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Ferny Creek and Lilydale in Melbourne?

    Get off the bus at the Croydon Station/Railway Gr (Croydon) station, which is closest to Lilydale in Melbourne.

  • How much is the bus fare from Ferny Creek to Lilydale?

    The ride from Ferny Creek to Lilydale costs A$3.30.

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