What is the cheapest way to get from Canberra (Station) to Adelaide?

The cheapest way to get from Canberra (Station) to Adelaide is to bus which costs $19 - $200 and takes 20h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canberra (Station) to Adelaide?

The fastest way to get from Canberra (Station) to Adelaide is to fly which takes 4h 33m and costs $260 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Canberra (Station) and Adelaide?

No, there is no direct bus from Canberra (Station) to Adelaide. However, there are services departing from Wentworth Av opp Canberra Railway Stn and arriving at 85 Franklin St via Canberra and Albury Station/Hume Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Canberra (Station) and Adelaide?

No, there is no direct train from Canberra (Station) station to Adelaide. However, there are services departing from Canberra Station and arriving at Adelaide Parklands via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 33m.

How far is it from Canberra (Station) to Adelaide?

The distance between Canberra (Station) and Adelaide is 987 km. The road distance is 1145.2 km.

How do I travel from Canberra (Station) to Adelaide without a car?

The best way to get from Canberra (Station) to Adelaide without a car is to bus which takes 20h 5m and costs $19 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Canberra (Station) to Adelaide?

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Canberra (Station) to Adelaide, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra (Station) to Adelaide bus from?

Canberra (Station) to Adelaide bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Canberra station.

Where do I catch the Canberra (Station) to Adelaide train from?

Canberra (Station) to Adelaide train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Canberra Station.

Train, bus or fly from Canberra (Station) to Adelaide?

The best way to get from Canberra (Station) to Adelaide is to fly which takes 4h 33m and costs $260 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $19 - $200 and takes 20h 5m, you could also train, which costs $410 - $4,700 and takes 31h 33m.

Where does the Canberra (Station) to Adelaide bus arrive?

Canberra (Station) to Adelaide bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Albury station.

What is the time difference between Canberra (Station) and Adelaide?

Adelaide is 30 min behind Canberra (Station). It is currently 7:51 AM in Canberra (Station) and 7:21 AM in Adelaide.

Where does the Canberra (Station) to Adelaide train arrive?

Canberra (Station) to Adelaide train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Canberra (Station) to Adelaide?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra (Station) to Adelaide is 1145 km. It takes approximately 12h 50m to drive from Canberra (Station) to Adelaide.

How do I get a train ticket from Canberra (Station) to Adelaide?

Book your Canberra (Station) to Adelaide train tickets online with 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Adelaide?

There are 1643+ hotels available in Adelaide.

Canberra (Station) to Adelaide - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Canberra (Station) to Adelaide by plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, train, or car

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Fly from Canberra International Airport
best
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)plane CBR - ADL
4h 33m
$268–510
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Alburybus
2. Take the bus from Albury Station/Hume Hwy to 85 Franklin Stbus Coach
20h 5m
$20–195
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Canberra Station, Coach Stop to Yass Junction, Coach Stopbus 781
2. Take the train from Yass Junction to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Adelaide Stationtrain
21h
$274–643
Drive 1,145.2 km
1. Drive from Canberra (Station) to Adelaidecar 1,145.2 km
12h 50m
$208–301
Train to Sydney International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Canberra Station to Campbelltown Stationtrain
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)plane SYD - ADL
7h 59m
$171–316
Bus via Melbourne
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Adelaidebus Adelaide
20h 35m
$166–301
Train
1. Take the train from Canberra Station to Central Stationtrain 632 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Adelaide Parklandstrain Syd-Adl 2026
31h 33m
$416–4,637

Canberra (Station) to Adelaide by bus and train

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Distance: 987.3 km
Duration: 4h 33m

What companies run services between Canberra (Station), ACT, Australia and Adelaide, SA, Australia?

Virgin Australia and Qantas fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Adelaide Airport (ADL) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Canberra (Station) to 85 Franklin St via Wentworth Av opp Canberra Railway Stn, City Interchange Plt 1, Canberra, Albury, and Albury Station/Hume Hwy in around 20h 5m.

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