What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Sydney?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Sydney is to train which costs $9 - $13 and takes 2h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Sydney?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Sydney is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Sydney?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff station to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Station, Main Rd and arriving at Wynyard Station, York St, Stand K via Hornsby Station, Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Sydney?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Station station and arriving at Central Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Sydney?

The distance between Cardiff and Sydney is 154 km. The road distance is 141 km.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Sydney without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Sydney without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs $9 - $13.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Sydney?

The train from Cardiff Station to Central Station takes 2h 38m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Sydney bus from?

Cardiff to Sydney bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Cardiff Station, Main Rd.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Sydney train from?

Cardiff to Sydney train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Cardiff Station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Sydney?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Sydney is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs $9 - $13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $9 - $14 and takes 3h 24m.

Where does the Cardiff to Sydney bus arrive?

Cardiff to Sydney bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at George St Opp Hornsby Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Sydney train arrive?

Cardiff to Sydney train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Sydney?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Sydney is 141 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Cardiff to Sydney.

Where can I stay near Sydney?

There are 5183+ hotels available in Sydney.

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There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Sydney by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Station to Central Stationtrain Ccn
2h 38m
$9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Station, Main Rd to George St Opp Hornsby Stationbus 15Cn / ...
2. Take the bus from Hornsby Station, Stand B to Wynyard Station, York St, Stand Kbus N90
3h 24m
$10–14
Drive 141 km
1. Drive from Cardiff to Sydneycar 141 km
1h 48m
$26–37

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Distance: 154 km
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between Cardiff, NSW, Australia and Sydney, NSW, Australia?

Intercity Trains operates a train from Cardiff Station to Central Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff Station, Main Rd to Wynyard Station, York St, Stand K via George St Opp Hornsby Station and Hornsby Station, Stand B in around 3h 24m.

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