Daylesford travel guide

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You're Going to Love Daylesford

With a population of 2 606, Daylesford is a must-see destination in Victoria, Australia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Daylesford to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Daylesford

If you’re looking for affordable options, Lake House - Daylesford (4 King Street) and Betel Boy (57A Vincent St) are great picks.

When to visit Daylesford

Daylesford in March
Estimated hotel price
£78
1 night at 3-star hotel
Daylesford in March
Estimated hotel price
£78
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Daylesford

Plane

Although Daylesford doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) (MEL), which is located 44 miles from Daylesford.

Car

Another option to get to Daylesford is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 55 miles from Daylesford. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Apex, among others, in Melbourne.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Daylesford. From Sydney, the bus ride to Daylesford takes 1159 km and will cost you around £129. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about £215 for a journey of 2370 miles.

Plane

Although Daylesford doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) (MEL), which is located 44 miles from Daylesford.

Car

Another option to get to Daylesford is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 55 miles from Daylesford. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Apex, among others, in Melbourne.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Daylesford. From Sydney, the bus ride to Daylesford takes 1159 km and will cost you around £129. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about £215 for a journey of 2370 miles.

Airports near Daylesford

Airlines serving Daylesford

Lufthansa
Good (4,662 reviews)
KLM
Good (858 reviews)
SWISS
Good (924 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,485 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,302 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,557 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (475 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,939 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,126 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,786 reviews)
Finnair
Good (880 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (916 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,567 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (400 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (712 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (497 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Daylesford

Most booked hotels in Daylesford

Hepburn at Hepburn
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£109+
Spa Suites at Raven
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£189+
Hotel Bellinzona Daylesford
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£128+
Shizuka Ryokan Japanese Guesthouse
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£147+
Central Springs Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£87+
Daylesford Central Motor Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£73+

Hiring a car in Daylesford

Expect to pay £0.94 per litre in Daylesford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £11.19 and £14.92.

Expect to pay £0.94 per litre in Daylesford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £11.19 and £14.92.