What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Flinders Street Station?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Flinders Street Station is to train which costs $70 - $260 and takes 12h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Flinders Street Station?

The fastest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Flinders Street Station is to fly which takes 2h 30m and costs $130 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney Airport (SYD) and Flinders Street Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sydney International Airport and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney Airport (SYD) and Flinders Street Station?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney Airport (SYD) station to Flinders Street Station station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Flinders Street Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 2m.

How far is it from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Flinders Street Station?

The distance between Sydney Airport (SYD) and Flinders Street Station is 727 km. The road distance is 850 km.

Where do I catch the Sydney Airport (SYD) to Flinders Street Station bus from?

Sydney Airport (SYD) to Flinders Street Station bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Sydney International Airport station.

Where do I catch the Sydney Airport (SYD) to Flinders Street Station train from?

Sydney Airport (SYD) to Flinders Street Station train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Flinders Street Station?

The best way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Flinders Street Station is to fly which takes 2h 30m and costs $130 - $310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $200 and takes 11h 50m, you could also train, which costs $70 - $260 and takes 12h 2m.

Where does the Sydney Airport (SYD) to Flinders Street Station bus arrive?

Sydney Airport (SYD) to Flinders Street Station bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Sydney Airport (SYD) to Flinders Street Station train arrive?

Sydney Airport (SYD) to Flinders Street Station train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Flinders Street Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney Airport (SYD) to Flinders Street Station is 850 km. It takes approximately 8h 54m to drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Flinders Street Station.

Where can I stay near Flinders Street Station?

There are 5301+ hotels available in Flinders Street Station.

Sydney Airport (SYD) to Flinders Street Station

Q: How long does it take to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Flinders Street Station?

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Flinders Street Station, including transfers.

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There are 6 ways to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Flinders Street Station by plane, bus (Greyhound), train, or car

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Fly to Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane SYD - MEL
2h 30m
$131–308
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
12h 2m
$72–258
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sydney International Airport to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
11h 50m
$110–200
Drive 850 km
1. Drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Flinders Street Stationcar 850 km
8h 54m
$151–218
Fly to Avalon Airport, train
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane SYD - AVV
2. Take the train from Lara Station to Footscray Stationtrain
3h 56m
$113–304
Fly to Bendigo Airport, train
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Bendigo Airport (BXG)plane SYD - BXG
2. Take the train from Bendigo Station to Footscray Stationtrain
4h 37m
$203–759

Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) flights

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Distance: 727 km
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Sydney Airport (SYD), Australia and Flinders Street Station, VIC, Australia?

Jetstar, Qantas, and Virgin Australia fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) every 20 minutes. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Sydney International Airport to Southern Cross Coach Terminal once daily. Tickets cost $140–310 and the journey takes 11h 30m. FlixBus Australia also services this route once daily.

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