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

The cheapest way to get from Flinders Street Station to Central Station is to train which costs $70 - $260 and takes 12h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Flinders Street Station to Central Station is to fly which takes 3h 36m and costs $120 - $330.

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

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

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

No, there is no direct train from Flinders Street Station station to Central Station station. However, there are services departing from Flinders Street Station and arriving at Central Station via Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 5m.

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

The distance between Flinders Street Station and Central Station is 737 km. The road distance is 856.1 km.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Flinders Street Station to Central Station, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

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

The best way to get from Flinders Street Station to Central Station is to fly which takes 3h 36m and costs $120 - $330. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $260 and takes 12h 5m, you could also bus, which costs $95 - $320 and takes 12h 12m.

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

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

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

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

Can I drive from Flinders Street Station to Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Flinders Street Station to Central Station is 856 km. It takes approximately 9h 5m to drive from Flinders Street Station to Central Station.

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

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

Where can I stay near Central Station?

There are 5206+ hotels available in Central Station.

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

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Fly from Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MEL - SYD
3h 36m
$129–321
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
12h 5m
$70–256
Bus
1. Take the bus from Melbourne to Sydney Central Stationbus Au100-3 / ...
12h 12m
$95–320
Drive 856.1 km
1. Drive from Flinders Street Station to Central Stationcar 856.1 km
9h 5m
$153–221
Train to Avalon Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Lara Stationtrain
2. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane AVV - SYD
5h 2m
$106–276

Flinders Street Station to Central Station by train

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Distance: 737.4 km
Duration: 3h 36m

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

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD) every 20 minutes. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Southern Cross to Central Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $65–250 and the journey takes 11h 2m.

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