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 February
Estimated hotel price
£79
1 night at 3-star hotel
Daylesford in February
Estimated hotel price
£79
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 70 km from Daylesford.

Car

Another option to get to Daylesford is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 88 km from Daylesford. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Budget, among others, in Melbourne.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Daylesford. From Canberra, the bus ride to Daylesford takes 772 km and will cost you around £59. From Sydney, the ticket costs about £129 for a journey of 1159 km.

Plane

Although Daylesford doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) (MEL), which is located 70 km from Daylesford.

Car

Another option to get to Daylesford is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 88 km from Daylesford. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Budget, among others, in Melbourne.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Daylesford. From Canberra, the bus ride to Daylesford takes 772 km and will cost you around £59. From Sydney, the ticket costs about £129 for a journey of 1159 km.

Airports near Daylesford

Airlines serving Daylesford

Lufthansa
Good (4,607 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (929 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,446 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,280 reviews)
Air France
Good (974 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,546 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,928 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,124 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,480 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,718 reviews)
Finnair
Good (879 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (833 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (395 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,511 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (707 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (487 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)
£192+
Hotel Bellinzona Daylesford
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£129+
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 £0.91 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 £10.86 and £14.47.

Expect to pay £0.91 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 £10.86 and £14.47.