What is the cheapest way to get from Central Station to Flinders Street Station?

The cheapest way to get from Central Station to Flinders Street Station is to train which costs $70 - $250 and takes 10h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Central Station to Flinders Street Station?

The fastest way to get from Central Station to Flinders Street Station is to fly which takes 3h 49m and costs $140 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Central Station and Flinders Street Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sydney Central Station station and arriving at Melbourne. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Central Station and Flinders Street Station?

No, there is no direct train from Central Station station to Flinders Street Station station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Flinders Street Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 56m.

How far is it from Central Station to Flinders Street Station?

The distance between Central Station and Flinders Street Station is 736 km. The road distance is 857.5 km.

How long does it take to get from Central Station to Flinders Street Station?

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Central Station to Flinders Street Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Central Station to Flinders Street Station bus from?

Central Station to Flinders Street Station bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Sydney Central Station.

Where do I catch the Central Station to Flinders Street Station train from?

Central Station to Flinders Street Station train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Central Station to Flinders Street Station?

The best way to get from Central Station to Flinders Street Station is to fly which takes 3h 49m and costs $140 - $340. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $250 and takes 10h 56m, you could also bus, which costs $95 - $320 and takes 12h 12m.

Where does the Central Station to Flinders Street Station bus arrive?

Central Station to Flinders Street Station bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Melbourne station.

Where does the Central Station to Flinders Street Station train arrive?

Central Station to Flinders Street Station train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Central Station to Flinders Street Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Central Station to Flinders Street Station is 857 km. It takes approximately 9h 3m to drive from Central Station to Flinders Street Station.

How do I get a bus ticket from Central Station to Flinders Street Station?

Book your Central Station to Flinders Street Station bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Flinders Street Station?

There are 5290+ hotels available in Flinders Street Station.

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There are 5 ways to get from Central Station to Flinders Street Station by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly to Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane SYD - MEL
3h 49m
$146–340
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
10h 56m
$73–249
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Melbournebus Au100-3 / ...
12h 12m
$95–320
Drive 857.5 km
1. Drive from Central Station to Flinders Street Stationcar 857.5 km
9h 3m
$153–221
Fly to Avalon Airport, train
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane SYD - AVV
2. Take the train from Lara Station to Footscray Stationtrain
5h 15m
$123–296

Central Station to Flinders Street Station by train

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Distance: 735.8 km
Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between Central Station, NSW, Australia and Flinders Street Station, VIC, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) every 20 minutes. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Central Station to Southern Cross 5 times a day. Tickets cost $65–250 and the journey takes 10h 50m.

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