What is the cheapest way to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Sydney Airport (SYD)?

The cheapest way to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Sydney Airport (SYD) is to fly which costs $280 - $500 and takes 3h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Sydney Airport (SYD)?

The fastest way to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Sydney Airport (SYD) is to fly which takes 3h 55m and costs $280 - $500.

Is there a direct train between Perth Airport (PER) and Sydney Airport (SYD)?

No, there is no direct train from Perth Airport (PER) to Sydney Airport (SYD) station. However, there are services departing from Airport Central Stn Platform 1 and arriving at International Airport Station via Perth and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 18h.

How far is it from Perth Airport (PER) to Sydney Airport (SYD)?

The distance between Perth Airport (PER) and Sydney Airport (SYD) is 3276 km. The road distance is 3796.6 km.

How do I travel from Perth Airport (PER) to Sydney Airport (SYD) without a car?

The best way to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Sydney Airport (SYD) without a car is to train which takes 3 days 18h and costs $850 - $12,000.

Where do I catch the Perth Airport (PER) to Sydney Airport (SYD) train from?

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

Train or fly from Perth Airport (PER) to Sydney Airport (SYD)?

The best way to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Sydney Airport (SYD) is to fly which takes 3h 55m and costs $280 - $500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $850 - $12,000 and takes 3 days 18h.

How long is the flight from Perth Airport (PER) to Sydney Airport (SYD)?

The quickest flight from Perth Airport Airport to Sydney International Airport Airport is the direct flight which takes 3h 55m.

What is the time difference between Perth Airport (PER) and Sydney Airport (SYD)?

Sydney Airport (SYD) is 2h ahead of Perth Airport (PER). It is currently 12:36 PM in Perth Airport (PER) and 2:36 PM in Sydney Airport (SYD).

Where does the Perth Airport (PER) to Sydney Airport (SYD) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Perth Airport (PER) to Sydney Airport (SYD)?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth Airport (PER) to Sydney Airport (SYD) is 3797 km. It takes approximately 40h 2m to drive from Perth Airport (PER) to Sydney Airport (SYD).

Which airlines fly from Perth Airport Airport to Sydney International Airport Airport?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas offer flights from Perth Airport Airport to Sydney International Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near Sydney Airport (SYD)?

There are 5212+ hotels available in Sydney Airport (SYD).

Perth Airport (PER) to Sydney Airport (SYD) - 6 ways to travel via train

Q: How long does it take to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Sydney Airport (SYD)?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to fly from Perth Airport (PER) to Sydney International Airport (SYD), including transfers and time at the airport.

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

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Fly Perth Airport to Sydney International Airport
best
1. Fly from Perth Airport (PER) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane PER - SYD
3h 55m
$280–500
Bus to Busselton Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Perth Airport International Terminal T1 T2 to Busseltonbus
2. Fly from Busselton Airport (BQB) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane BQB - SYD
8h 28m
$256–1,503
Fly Perth Airport 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 36m
$406–596
Train
1. Take the train from Perth to Central Stationtrain Per-Syd 2026
3d 18h
$872–12,028
Drive 3,796.6 km
1. Drive from Perth Airport (PER) to Sydney Airport (SYD)car 3,796.6 km
40h 2m
$673–972
Fly Perth Airport 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 International Airportbus
8h 11m
$446–810

Perth Airport (PER) to Sydney Airport (SYD) by train

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Distance: 3,275.6 km
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Perth Airport (PER), Australia and Sydney Airport (SYD), 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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