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
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel
Daylesford in March
Estimated hotel price
$98
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 rental from Melbourne, which is about 55 miles from Daylesford. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Sixt, among others, in Melbourne.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Daylesford. From Canberra, the bus ride to Daylesford takes 480 miles and will cost you around $158. From Sydney, the ticket costs about $162 for a journey of 720 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 rental from Melbourne, which is about 55 miles from Daylesford. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Sixt, among others, in Melbourne.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Daylesford. From Canberra, the bus ride to Daylesford takes 480 miles and will cost you around $158. From Sydney, the ticket costs about $162 for a journey of 720 miles.

Airports near Daylesford

Airlines serving Daylesford

Lufthansa
Good (7,188 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,351 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,641 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,870 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,550 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,669 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,536 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (833 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,249 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,071 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,318 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,420 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,340 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,236 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,298 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (874 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (783 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (885 reviews)
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Where to stay in Daylesford

Average rates range from around $126 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $441 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Daylesford

Most booked hotels in Daylesford

Hepburn at Hepburn
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 1297 reviews)
$180+
Kudos Villas And Retreats - Hepburn Springs
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, 102 reviews)
$265+
Spa Suites at Raven
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 81 reviews)
$246+
Hotel Bellinzona Daylesford
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 661 reviews)
$130+
Central Springs Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1426 reviews)
$105+
Hepburn Springs Motor Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 857 reviews)
$91+

Renting a car in Daylesford

Expect to pay $4.05 per gallon in Daylesford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $48.60 and $64.81.

Expect to pay $4.05 per gallon in Daylesford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $48.60 and $64.81.