What is the cheapest way to get from Hornsby to Canberra?

The cheapest way to get from Hornsby to Canberra is to train which costs $29 - $50 and takes 5h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hornsby to Canberra?

The fastest way to get from Hornsby to Canberra is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Hornsby and Canberra?

No, there is no direct bus from Hornsby station to Canberra. However, there are services departing from Sydney Central Station and arriving at Canberra via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Hornsby and Canberra?

No, there is no direct train from Hornsby station to Canberra station. However, there are services departing from Hornsby Station and arriving at Canberra Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Hornsby to Canberra?

The distance between Hornsby and Canberra is 316 km. The road distance is 286 km.

How do I travel from Hornsby to Canberra without a car?

The best way to get from Hornsby to Canberra without a car is to bus which takes 4h 10m and costs $35 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Hornsby to Canberra?

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Hornsby to Canberra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hornsby to Canberra bus from?

Hornsby to Canberra bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Sydney Central Station.

Where do I catch the Hornsby to Canberra train from?

Hornsby to Canberra train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Hornsby to Canberra?

The best way to get from Hornsby to Canberra is to bus which takes 4h 10m and costs $35 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $29 - $50 and takes 5h 46m.

Where does the Hornsby to Canberra bus arrive?

Hornsby to Canberra bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Canberra station.

Where does the Hornsby to Canberra train arrive?

Hornsby to Canberra train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Canberra Station.

Can I drive from Hornsby to Canberra?

Yes, the driving distance between Hornsby to Canberra is 286 km. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Hornsby to Canberra.

Where can I stay near Canberra?

There are 954+ hotels available in Canberra.

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There are 6 ways to get from Hornsby to Canberra by bus, train, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Canberrabus Au100-1 / ...
4h 10m
$35–63
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Canberra Stationtrain 631 / ...
5h 46m
$30–48
Drive 286 km
1. Drive from Hornsby to Canberracar 286 km
3h 12m
$51–74
Train to Sydney International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Hornsby Station to Central Stationtrain
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)plane SYD - CBR
3h 22m
$265–487
Bus via Sydney International Airport (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Sydney International Airport to Canberrabus Melbourne
5h 8m
$73–126
Train to Newcastle Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Hornsby Station to Hamilton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)plane NTL - CBR
5h 16m
$254–365

Hornsby to Canberra by train

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Distance: 316.4 km
Duration: 4h 10m

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

FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Sydney Central Station to Canberra hourly. Tickets cost $30–55 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink operates a train from Central Station to Canberra Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $25–40 and the journey takes 4h 9m.

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