What is the cheapest way to get from Canberra to Helensburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Helensburgh is to drive which costs $45 - $65 and takes 2h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canberra to Helensburgh?

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Helensburgh is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs $45 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Helensburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Canberra to Helensburgh. However, there are services departing from Canberra and arriving at Parkes St Opp Charles Harper Park via Helensburgh Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Canberra and Helensburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Canberra station to Helensburgh station. However, there are services departing from Canberra Station and arriving at Helensburgh Station via Campbelltown Station and Wolli Creek Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Canberra to Helensburgh?

The distance between Canberra and Helensburgh is 317 km. The road distance is 252.2 km.

How do I travel from Canberra to Helensburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Canberra to Helensburgh without a car is to bus via Sydney Airport (SYD) which takes 4h 21m and costs $75 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Canberra to Helensburgh?

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Canberra to Helensburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Helensburgh bus from?

Canberra to Helensburgh bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Canberra station.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Helensburgh train from?

Canberra to Helensburgh train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Canberra Station.

Train or bus from Canberra to Helensburgh?

The best way to get from Canberra to Helensburgh is to bus via Sydney Airport (SYD) which takes 4h 21m and costs $75 - $150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $95 and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Canberra to Helensburgh bus arrive?

Canberra to Helensburgh bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Sydney International Airport station.

Where does the Canberra to Helensburgh train arrive?

Canberra to Helensburgh train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Campbelltown Station.

Can I drive from Canberra to Helensburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Helensburgh is 252 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Canberra to Helensburgh.

Where can I stay near Helensburgh?

There are 234+ hotels available in Helensburgh.

Canberra to Helensburgh - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Canberra to Helensburgh by bus (Greyhound), train, car, plane, or bus

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Bus via Sydney Airport (SYD) (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney International Airportbus Sydney
4h 21m
$79–148
Drive 252.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Canberra to Helensburghcar 252.2 km
2h 46m
$45–66
Train
1. Take the train from Canberra Station to Campbelltown Stationtrain 632 / ...
5h 11m
$50–95
Fly, train
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane CBR - SYD
2. Take the train from Wolli Creek Station to Helensburgh Stationtrain
3h 38m
$259–507
Bus
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney International Airportbus Au100-1 / ...
4h 25m
$65–116
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Jolimont Centre to Wollongong Station, Station Stbus 855
4h 43m
$55–79

Canberra to Helensburgh by bus and train (Greyhound)

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Distance: 316.5 km
Duration: 4h 21m

What companies run services between Canberra, ACT, Australia and Helensburgh, NSW, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Canberra to Sydney International Airport once daily. Tickets cost $50–100 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink operates a train from Canberra Station to Campbelltown Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $26–50 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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