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

The cheapest way to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Perth Airport (PER) is to fly which costs $280 - $600 and takes 5h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Perth Airport (PER) is to fly which takes 5h 42m and costs $280 - $600.

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

No, there is no direct train from Southern Cross (Station) station to Perth Airport (PER). However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Station and arriving at Airport Central Stn Platform 2 via Adelaide Parklands and Perth Stn Platform 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 6h.

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

The distance between Southern Cross (Station) and Perth Airport (PER) is 2721 km. The road distance is 3301 km.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Perth Airport (PER), including transfers.

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

Southern Cross (Station) to Perth Airport (PER) train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Southern Cross Station.

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

The best way to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Perth Airport (PER) is to fly which takes 5h 42m and costs $280 - $600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $700 - $9,000 and takes 3 days 6h.

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

Perth Airport (PER) is 2h behind Southern Cross (Station). It is currently 1:51 PM in Southern Cross (Station) and 11:51 AM in Perth Airport (PER).

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

Southern Cross (Station) to Perth Airport (PER) train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at Adelaide Station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Southern Cross (Station) to Perth Airport (PER) is 3301 km. It takes approximately 35h 18m to drive from Southern Cross (Station) to Perth Airport (PER).

Where can I stay near Perth Airport (PER)?

There are 1676+ hotels available in Perth Airport (PER).

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There are 5 ways to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Perth Airport (PER) by plane, train, car, or bus

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Perth Airport (PER)plane MEL - PER
5h 42m
$288–578
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Adelaide Stationtrain The Overland
2. Take the train from Adelaide Parklands to Perthtrain Adl-Per 2026
3d 6h
$747–8,880
Drive 3,301 km
1. Drive from Southern Cross (Station) to Perth Airport (PER)car 3,301 km
35h 18m
$585–845
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Adelaidebus Adelaide
2. Take the train from Adelaide Parklands to Perthtrain Adl-Per 2026
3d 6h
$704–8,610
Bus, train via Southern Cross (Station)
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to 85 Franklin Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Adelaide Parklands to Perthtrain Adl-Per 2026
3d 8h
$620–8,571

Southern Cross (Station) to Perth Airport (PER) by train

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Distance: 2,721.3 km
Duration: 5h 42m

What companies run services between Southern Cross (Station), VIC, Australia and Perth Airport (PER), Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Perth Airport (PER) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Southern Cross Station to Airport Central Stn Platform 2 via Adelaide Station, Adelaide Parklands, Perth, and Perth Stn Platform 8 in around 3d 6h.

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