How to get from Forrest to Lilydale by bus and train?

From Forrest to Lilydale by bus and train

To get from Forrest to Lilydale in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY bus from Turner Dr/Birregurra -Forrest Rd (Forrest) station to Colac Railway Station (Colac) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC train and finally take the LILYDALE train from Southern Cross station to Lilydale station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 7 hr 1 min. The ride fare is A$37.30.

421minA$37.30
Bus - MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY
MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY
Train - WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC
WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC
Train - LILYDALE
LILYDALE
Walk to Lilydale
Leaves from Turner Dr/Birregurra -Forrest Rd (Forrest)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Forrest
  • 2
    Bus - MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAYMARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY
    Wait for bus
    MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY
    Colac
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Colac Railway Station (Colac)
    ID 2627
    40 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Colac
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLACWARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC
    Wait for train
    WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC
    Melbourne
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross
    139 min
  • 7
    Train - LILYDALELILYDALE
    Wait for train
    LILYDALE
    Lilydale
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lilydale
    65 min
  • 9
    Walk to Lilydale
    Walk to
    Lilydale
    10 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Forrest to Lilydale

The distance between Forrest, Melbourne and Lilydale, Melbourne is approximately 245.94 km, which can typically be travelled in 421 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Forrest 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 Forrest

Forrest is located at Forrest, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Forrest General Store/Birregurra - Forrest Rd (Forrest).

Bus stations close to Forrest:

  • Forrest General Store/Birregurra - Forrest Rd (Forrest)

Public transport stations close to Lilydale, Melbourne

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

Train stations close to Lilydale:

  • Lilydale
  • Mooroolbark

Bus stations close to Lilydale:

  • Lilydale Post Office/Maroondah Hwy (Lilydale)
  • Albert Hill Rd/Maroondah Hwy (Lilydale)
  • Mccomb St/Cave Hill Rd (Lilydale)

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Forrest to Lilydale?

    The fastest way takes 421 minutes, using Bus line MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY, Bus line WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC, Bus line LILYDALE.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 7 hr 1 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Forrest to Lilydale in Melbourne?

    The MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY bus line goes from Colac station near Forrest to Colac Railway Station (Colac) station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Colac Railway Station (Colac) station near Lilydale in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between Forrest and Lilydale in Melbourne by bus and train is about 7 hr 1 min.

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

    Get on the MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY bus from the Colac stop near Forrest in Melbourne.

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

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

  • How much is the bus fare from Forrest to Lilydale?

    The ride from Forrest to Lilydale costs A$37.30.

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