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

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Perth is to fly which costs $420 - $900 and takes 6h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Perth is to fly which takes 6h 26m and costs $420 - $900.

Is there a direct train between Canberra and Perth?

No, there is no direct train from Canberra station to Perth. However, there are services departing from Canberra Station and arriving at Perth via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 7h.

How far is it from Canberra to Perth?

The distance between Canberra and Perth is 3107 km. The road distance is 3598.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Canberra to Perth without a car is to train which takes 3 days 7h and costs $850 - $10,000.

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

It takes approximately 6h 26m to get from Canberra to Perth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Perth train from?

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

Train or fly from Canberra to Perth?

The best way to get from Canberra to Perth is to fly which takes 6h 26m and costs $420 - $900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $850 - $10,000 and takes 3 days 7h.

What is the time difference between Canberra and Perth?

Perth is 3h behind Canberra. It is currently 5:52 PM in Canberra and 2:52 PM in Perth.

Where does the Canberra to Perth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Canberra to Perth?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Perth is 3599 km. It takes approximately 38h 16m to drive from Canberra to Perth.

How do I get a train ticket from Canberra to Perth?

Book your Canberra to Perth train tickets online with 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Perth?

There are 1649+ hotels available in Perth.

Canberra to Perth - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Canberra to Perth by plane, train, car, or bus

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Fly
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1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Perth Airport (PER)plane CBR - PER
6h 26m
$425–859
Train
1. Take the train from Canberra Station to Central Stationtrain 632
2. Take the train from Central Station to Perthtrain Syd-Per 2026
3d 7h
$876–10,037
Drive 3,598.8 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Perthcar 3,598.8 km
38h 16m
$651–941
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Alburybus
2. Take the bus from Albury Station/Hume Hwy to 85 Franklin Stbus
3. Take the train from Adelaide Parklands to Perthtrain
3d 14h
$623–8,692

Canberra to Perth by train

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Distance: 3,106.8 km
Duration: 6h 26m

What companies run services between Canberra, ACT, Australia and Perth, WA, Australia?

Qantas and Virgin Australia fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Perth Airport (PER) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Canberra Station to Perth via Central Station in around 3d 7h.

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