What is the cheapest way to get from Parkes Observatory to Sydney?

The cheapest way to get from Parkes Observatory to Sydney is to drive which costs $65 - $100 and takes 4h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Parkes Observatory to Sydney?

The fastest way to get from Parkes Observatory to Sydney is to fly which takes 1h 45m and costs $240 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Parkes Observatory and Sydney?

No, there is no direct bus from Parkes Observatory station to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Parkes Station, Coach Stop and arriving at Central Station via Orange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Parkes Observatory and Sydney?

No, there is no direct train from Parkes Observatory station to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Parkes Station and arriving at Central Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

How far is it from Parkes Observatory to Sydney?

The distance between Parkes Observatory and Sydney is 318 km. The road distance is 366.2 km.

How do I travel from Parkes Observatory to Sydney without a car?

The best way to get from Parkes Observatory to Sydney without a car is to train which takes 7h 7m and costs $85 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Parkes Observatory to Sydney?

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Parkes Observatory to Sydney, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Parkes Observatory to Sydney bus from?

Parkes Observatory to Sydney bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Parkes Station, Coach Stop.

Where do I catch the Parkes Observatory to Sydney train from?

Parkes Observatory to Sydney train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Parkes Station.

Train, bus or fly from Parkes Observatory to Sydney?

The best way to get from Parkes Observatory to Sydney is to fly which takes 1h 45m and costs $240 - $350. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $85 - $120 and takes 7h 7m, you could also bus, which costs $120 - $180 and takes 7h 57m.

Where does the Parkes Observatory to Sydney bus arrive?

Parkes Observatory to Sydney bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Orange Station, Coach Bay 1.

Where does the Parkes Observatory to Sydney train arrive?

Parkes Observatory to Sydney train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Parkes Observatory to Sydney?

Yes, the driving distance between Parkes Observatory to Sydney is 366 km. It takes approximately 4h 54m to drive from Parkes Observatory to Sydney.

Where can I stay near Sydney?

There are 5349+ hotels available in Sydney.

Parkes Observatory to Sydney - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Parkes Observatory to Sydney by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Parkes
best
1. Fly from Parkes (PKE) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane PKE - SYD
1h 45m
$249–341
Drive 366.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Parkes Observatory to Sydneycar 366.2 km
4h 54m
$67–97
Train
1. Take the train from Parkes Station to Central Stationtrain 446
7h 7m
$86–117
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parkes Station, Coach Stop to Orange Station, Coach Bay 1bus 572 / ...
2. Take the bus from Orange to Central Stationbus
7h 57m
$127–171
Drive to Orange Airport, fly
1. Drive from Parkes Observatory to Orange-Airport-OAGcar
2. Fly from Orange Airport (OAG) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane OAG - SYD
2h 49m
$203–335
Train via Katoomba
1. Take the train from Parkes Station to Katoomba Stationtrain 446
2. Take the train from Katoomba Station to Central Stationtrain Bmt
7h 55m
$90–118

Parkes (PKE) to Sydney International Airport (SYD) flights

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Distance: 317.9 km
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Parkes Observatory, NSW, Australia and Sydney, NSW, Australia?

Regional Express flies from Parkes (PKE) to Sydney International Airport (SYD) twice daily. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink operates a train from Parkes Station to Central Station twice a week. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 6h 45m.

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