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Getting to Yarra Valley

Everything you need to plan your journey — flights, trains, car rental, and getting around once you arrive.

By Air

Melbourne (Tullamarine) (MEL)

60 minutes drive to Yarra Valley

Airlines serving this airport:

QantasVirgin AustraliaJetstarRex

By Train

Limited

Station

Lilydale (Melbourne Metro)

From the Capital

Metro train from Melbourne to Lilydale; then 20min drive into wine country

Car Rental

Recommended:Yes
Driving side:left

Recommended; day tours from Melbourne are also popular and well-run

Local Transport

Rideshare

Some Uber availability

Public Transit

Bus from Lilydale station; very limited

Bike Rental

Available

Driving Tips

  • 1

    Drive on the LEFT

  • 2

    Beautiful winding roads through green hills

  • 3

    Many cellar doors are close together — easy to visit several in a day

Region Location

Tours & Experiences in Yarra Valley

Book wine tours directly with Viator or GetYourGuide

Yarra Valley Wine Tasting Tours

Half day – full dayExpert-led cellar tours

Guided tastings at top wineries in Yarra Valley with an expert sommelier.

Yarra Valley Food & Wine Experiences

2–4 hoursLocal produce & pairings

Pair local cuisine with regional wines on a food and wine tour of Yarra Valley.

Yarra Valley Winery Day Trips

Full daySmall-group, expert guide

Small-group day trips to the most celebrated estates and vineyards in Yarra Valley.

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