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

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Hornsby is to train which costs $29 - $45 and takes 5h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Hornsby is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct train between Canberra and Hornsby?

No, there is no direct train from Canberra station to Hornsby station. However, there are services departing from Canberra Station and arriving at Hornsby Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Canberra to Hornsby?

The distance between Canberra and Hornsby is 308 km. The road distance is 285.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Canberra to Hornsby without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h and costs $40 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Canberra to Hornsby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Hornsby train from?

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

Where does the Canberra to Hornsby train arrive?

Canberra to Hornsby train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Canberra to Hornsby?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Hornsby is 286 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Canberra to Hornsby.

Where can I stay near Hornsby?

There are 4491+ hotels available in Hornsby.

Canberra to Hornsby - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Canberra to Hornsby by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney Central Stationbus Au100-1 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Hornsby Stationtrain T1 / ...
4h
$42–65
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Canberra Station to Central Stationtrain 632 / ...
5h 3m
$30–45
Drive 285.9 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Hornsbycar 285.9 km
3h 11m
$52–75
Fly Canberra International Airport to Sydney International Airport, train
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane CBR - SYD
2. Take the train from Central Station to Hornsby Stationtrain
3h 35m
$248–476
Bus, train via Sydney International Airport
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney International Airportbus Sydney
2. Take the train from Central Station to Hornsby Stationtrain T1 / ...
4h 7m
$79–126
Fly Canberra International Airport to Newcastle Airport, train
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)plane CBR - NTL
2. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Hornsby Stationtrain
5h 44m
$264–374
Bus to Moruya Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Moruya Airportbus
2. Fly from Moruya Airport (MYA) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MYA - SYD
6h 45m
$274–434

Canberra to Hornsby by train

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5h 3mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 307.7 km
Duration: 4h

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

NSW TrainLink operates a train from Canberra Station to Central Station once daily. Tickets cost $25–40 and the journey takes 4h 8m.

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