What is the cheapest way to get from Canberra to Sydney CBD?

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Sydney CBD is to train which costs $30 - $65 and takes 4h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canberra to Sydney CBD?

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Sydney CBD is to fly which takes 2h 46m and costs $230 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Sydney CBD?

No, there is no direct bus from Canberra to Sydney CBD station. However, there are services departing from Canberra and arriving at Sydney Central Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Canberra and Sydney CBD?

No, there is no direct train from Canberra station to Sydney CBD station. However, there are services departing from Canberra Station and arriving at Wynyard Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Canberra to Sydney CBD?

The distance between Canberra and Sydney CBD is 285 km. The road distance is 282.2 km.

How do I travel from Canberra to Sydney CBD without a car?

The best way to get from Canberra to Sydney CBD without a car is to bus which takes 3h 15m and costs $40 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Canberra to Sydney CBD?

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

Where do I catch the Canberra to Sydney CBD bus from?

Canberra to Sydney CBD bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Canberra station.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Sydney CBD train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Canberra to Sydney CBD?

The best way to get from Canberra to Sydney CBD is to bus which takes 3h 15m and costs $40 - $75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $65 and takes 4h 13m, you could also fly, which costs $230 - $470 and takes 2h 46m.

Where does the Canberra to Sydney CBD bus arrive?

Canberra to Sydney CBD bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Sydney Central Station.

Where does the Canberra to Sydney CBD train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Canberra to Sydney CBD?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Sydney CBD is 282 km. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Canberra to Sydney CBD.

How do I get a bus ticket from Canberra to Sydney CBD?

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Where can I stay near Sydney CBD?

There are 5146+ hotels available in Sydney CBD.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney Central Stationbus Au100-1 / ...
3h 15m
$43–71
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Canberra Station to Central Stationtrain 636 / ...
4h 13m
$32–61
Drive 282.2 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Sydney CBDcar 282.2 km
3h 4m
$51–74
Fly
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane CBR - SYD
2h 46m
$237–465
Bus via Sydney International Airport (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney International Airportbus Sydney
3h 29m
$75–124
Bus via Martin Place Station
1. Take the bus from Canberra Jolimont Tourist Centre to Sydney Central Stationbus Au101-2 / ...
3h 50m
$43–70

Canberra to Sydney CBD by train

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Distance: 284.6 km
Duration: 3h 15m

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

FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Canberra to Sydney Central Station hourly. Tickets cost $35–65 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink operates a train from Canberra Station to Central Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $29–55 and the journey takes 4h 8m.

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