What is the cheapest way to get from Canberra to Watsons Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Watsons Bay is to train and ferry which costs $35 - $65 and takes 4h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canberra to Watsons Bay?

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Watsons Bay is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Watsons Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Canberra to Watsons Bay. However, there are services departing from Canberra and arriving at Robertson Park, Military Rd via Edgecliff Station, Stand D. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Canberra to Watsons Bay?

The distance between Canberra and Watsons Bay is 296 km. The road distance is 290.5 km.

How do I travel from Canberra to Watsons Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Canberra to Watsons Bay without a car is to bus which takes 3h 48m and costs $40 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Canberra to Watsons Bay?

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Canberra to Watsons Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Watsons Bay bus from?

Canberra to Watsons Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Canberra station.

Where does the Canberra to Watsons Bay bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Canberra to Watsons Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Watsons Bay is 290 km. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Canberra to Watsons Bay.

Where can I stay near Watsons Bay?

There are 5218+ hotels available in Watsons Bay.

Canberra to Watsons Bay - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, ferry, car

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There are 6 ways to get from Canberra to Watsons Bay by bus, train, ferry, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney Central Stationbus Au100-1 / ...
3h 48m
$41–68
Train, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Canberra Station to Central Stationtrain 636 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B to Watsons Bay Wharfferry F9
4h 52m
$37–62
Drive 290.5 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Watsons Baycar 290.5 km
3h 13m
$52–75
Fly from Canberra International Airport, ferry
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane CBR - SYD
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B to Watsons Bay Wharfferry
3h 15m
$267–497
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Jolimont Centre to Wollongong Station, Station Stbus 855
2. Take the train from Wollongong Station to Edgecliff Stationtrain Sco
5h 57m
$58–81
Bus to Moruya Airport, fly, ferry
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Moruya Airportbus
2. Fly from Moruya Airport (MYA) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MYA - SYD
3. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B to Watsons Bay Wharfferry
6h 25m
$268–451

Canberra to Watsons Bay by train and ferry

30Weekly Services

4h 52mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 295.8 km
Duration: 3h 48m

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

FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Canberra to Sydney Central Station hourly. Tickets cost $30–55 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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