What is the cheapest way to get from Central Station to Ryde?

The cheapest way to get from Central Station to Ryde is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Central Station to Ryde?

The fastest way to get from Central Station to Ryde is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $40 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Central Station and Ryde?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M station and arriving at Blaxland Rd Before Hatton St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Central Station and Ryde?

No, there is no direct ferry from Central Station to Ryde. However, there are services departing from Pyrmont Bay Wharf and arriving at Meadowbank Wharf via Barangaroo, Wharf 1, Side B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Central Station and Ryde?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Central Station station and arriving at Meadowbank Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from Central Station to Ryde?

The distance between Central Station and Ryde is 18 km. The road distance is 13.9 km.

How do I travel from Central Station to Ryde without a car?

The best way to get from Central Station to Ryde without a car is to train which takes 23 min and costs $4 - $7.

How long does it take to get from Central Station to Ryde?

The train from Central Station to Meadowbank Station takes 23 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Central Station to Ryde bus from?

Central Station to Ryde bus services, operated by Busways, depart from Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M.

Where do I catch the Central Station to Ryde train from?

Central Station to Ryde train services, operated by Sydney Trains, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Central Station to Ryde?

The best way to get from Central Station to Ryde is to train which takes 23 min and costs $4 - $7. Alternatively, you can line 501 bus, which costs $3 - $5 and takes 42 min.

Where does the Central Station to Ryde bus arrive?

Central Station to Ryde bus services, operated by Busways, arrive at Blaxland Rd Before Hatton St station.

Where does the Central Station to Ryde train arrive?

Central Station to Ryde train services, operated by Sydney Trains, arrive at Meadowbank Station.

Can I drive from Central Station to Ryde?

Yes, the driving distance between Central Station to Ryde is 14 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Central Station to Ryde.

Where can I stay near Ryde?

There are 5343+ hotels available in Ryde.

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There are 5 ways to get from Central Station to Ryde by train, bus, ferry, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Central Station to Meadowbank Stationtrain T9
23 min
$4–7
Line 501 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M to Blaxland Rd Before Hatton Stbus 501
42 min
$3–5
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Pyrmont Bay Wharf to Barangaroo, Wharf 2, Side Bferry F4
2. Take the ferry from Barangaroo, Wharf 1, Side B to Meadowbank Wharfferry F3
1h 19m
$14–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Central Station to Rydetaxi 13.9 km
18 min
$40–55
Drive 13.9 km
1. Drive from Central Station to Rydecar 13.9 km
18 min
$3–4

Central Station to Ryde by train

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Distance: 18.3 km
Duration: 23 min

What companies run services between Central Station, NSW, Australia and Ryde, NSW, Australia?

Sydney Trains operates a train from Central Station to Meadowbank Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $4–7 and the journey takes 23 min. Alternatively, Busways operates a bus from Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M to Blaxland Rd Before Hatton St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 38 min.

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