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

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Macarthur is to bus which costs $25 - $40 and takes 3h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Macarthur is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Macarthur?

No, there is no direct bus from Canberra station to Macarthur station. However, there are services departing from Canberra Station, Coach Stop and arriving at Campbelltown Station, Stand C via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Canberra and Macarthur?

No, there is no direct train from Canberra station to Macarthur station. However, there are services departing from Canberra Station and arriving at Menangle Park Station via Mittagong Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Canberra to Macarthur?

The distance between Canberra and Macarthur is 246 km. The road distance is 228.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Canberra to Macarthur without a car is to bus which takes 3h 15m and costs $25 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Canberra to Macarthur, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Macarthur bus from?

Canberra to Macarthur bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Canberra Station, Coach Stop.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Macarthur train from?

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

Train or bus from Canberra to Macarthur?

The best way to get from Canberra to Macarthur is to bus which takes 3h 15m and costs $25 - $40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $28 - $50 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Canberra to Macarthur bus arrive?

Canberra to Macarthur bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Campbelltown Station, Stand C.

Where does the Canberra to Macarthur train arrive?

Canberra to Macarthur train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Mittagong Station.

Can I drive from Canberra to Macarthur?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Macarthur is 228 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Canberra to Macarthur.

Where can I stay near Macarthur?

There are 251+ hotels available in Macarthur.

Canberra to Macarthur - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Canberra to Macarthur by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Canberra Station, Coach Stop to Campbelltown Station, Stand Cbus 7202 / ...
3h 15m
$25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Canberra Station to Mittagong Stationtrain 632 / ...
2. Take the train from Mittagong Station to Menangle Park Stationtrain Shl
3h 45m
$29–50
Drive 228.2 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Macarthurcar 228.2 km
2h 31m
$41–59
Fly, train
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane CBR - SYD
2. Take the train from Campbelltown Station to Menangle Park Stationtrain
3h 33m
$256–485
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Moss Valebus
2. Take the train from Moss Vale Station to Menangle Park Stationtrain Shl
3h 34m
$41–56

Canberra to Macarthur by bus and train

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Distance: 246.4 km
Duration: 3h 15m

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

NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Canberra Station, Coach Stop to Campbelltown Station, Stand C twice daily. Tickets cost $20–29 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Canberra Station to Menangle Park Station via Mittagong Station in around 3h 45m.

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