What is the cheapest way to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Central Station is to fly which costs $270 - $500 and takes 4h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Central Station is to fly which takes 4h 18m and costs $270 - $500.

Is there a direct train between Perth Airport (PER) and Central Station?

No, there is no direct train from Perth Airport (PER) to Central Station station. However, there are services departing from Airport Central Stn Platform 1 and arriving at Central Station via Perth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 17h.

How far is it from Perth Airport (PER) to Central Station?

The distance between Perth Airport (PER) and Central Station is 3286 km. The road distance is 3804.3 km.

How do I travel from Perth Airport (PER) to Central Station without a car?

The best way to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Central Station without a car is to train which takes 3 days 17h and costs $850 - $12,000.

How long does it take to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Central Station?

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Central Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perth Airport (PER) to Central Station train from?

Perth Airport (PER) to Central Station train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, depart from Perth station.

Train or fly from Perth Airport (PER) to Central Station?

The best way to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Central Station is to fly which takes 4h 18m and costs $270 - $500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $850 - $12,000 and takes 3 days 17h.

What is the time difference between Perth Airport (PER) and Central Station?

Central Station is 2h ahead of Perth Airport (PER). It is currently 8:31 PM in Perth Airport (PER) and 10:31 PM in Central Station.

Where does the Perth Airport (PER) to Central Station train arrive?

Perth Airport (PER) to Central Station train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Perth Airport (PER) to Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth Airport (PER) to Central Station is 3804 km. It takes approximately 40h 11m to drive from Perth Airport (PER) to Central Station.

Where can I stay near Central Station?

There are 5199+ hotels available in Central Station.

Perth Airport (PER) to Central Station - 6 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Central Station by plane, train, car, or bus

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Fly to Sydney International Airport
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1. Fly from Perth Airport (PER) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane PER - SYD
4h 18m
$279–499
Train
1. Take the train from Perth to Central Stationtrain Per-Syd 2026
3d 17h
$854–12,005
Drive 3,804.3 km
1. Drive from Perth Airport (PER) to Central Stationcar 3,804.3 km
40h 11m
$680–982
Fly to Newcastle Airport, train
1. Fly from Perth Airport (PER) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)plane PER - NTL
2. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Central Stationtrain
8h 21m
$390–589
Fly to Canberra International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Perth Airport (PER) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)plane PER - CBR
2. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney Central Stationbus
7h 59m
$453–814
Fly to Orange Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Perth Airport (PER) to Orange Airport (OAG)plane PER - OAG
2. Take the bus from Lucknow to Katoombabus
3. Take the train from Katoomba Station to Central Stationtrain
12h 27m
$512–1,243

Perth Airport (PER) to Central Station by train

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Distance: 3,286.1 km
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Perth Airport (PER), Australia and Central Station, NSW, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Perth Airport (PER) to Sydney International Airport (SYD) hourly. Alternatively, Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific operates a train from Perth to Central Station once a week. Tickets cost $863–12,000 and the journey takes 3d 16h.

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Flights from Perth Airport to Sydney International Airport

Ave. Duration: 4h 4m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $400–750

Flights from Perth Airport to Sydney International Airport via Adelaide

Ave. Duration: 5h 45m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $400–750

Flights from Perth Airport to Sydney International Airport via Melbourne

Ave. Duration: 5h 55m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $400–750

Flights from Perth Airport to Newcastle Airport

Ave. Duration: 4h 20m
When: Monday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $550–1,800

Flights from Perth Airport to Newcastle Airport via Melbourne

Ave. Duration: 7h 57m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $550–1,800

Flights from Perth Airport to Newcastle Airport via Brisbane

Ave. Duration: 8h 40m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $650–2,000

Flights from Perth Airport to Canberra International Airport

Ave. Duration: 3h 50m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $500–1,700

Flights from Perth Airport to Canberra International Airport via Melbourne

Ave. Duration: 5h 36m
When: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday, and Monday
Estimated price: $500–1,700

Flights from Perth Airport to Canberra International Airport via Adelaide

Ave. Duration: 5h 45m
When: Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $500–1,700

Flights from Perth Airport to Canberra International Airport via Sydney International Airport

Ave. Duration: 6h 2m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $550–1,800

Flights from Perth Airport to Orange Airport via Sydney International Airport

Ave. Duration: 6h 30m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $700–2,200

Flights from Perth Airport to Orange Airport via Adelaide, Sydney International Airport

Ave. Duration: 9h 22m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $700–2,200

Flights from Perth Airport to Orange Airport via Canberra International Airport, Sydney International Airport

Ave. Duration: 10h 15m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $700–2,200

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