What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to St James Station?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to St James Station is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to St James Station?

The fastest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to St James Station is to bus and train which takes 11 min and costs $4 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney Airport (SYD) and St James Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sydney Airport, Terminal 1 International and arriving at Town Hall, Park St, Stand K. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

Is there a direct train between Sydney Airport (SYD) and St James Station?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney Airport (SYD) station to St James Station station. However, there are services departing from International Airport Station and arriving at St James Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Sydney Airport (SYD) to St James Station?

The distance between Sydney Airport (SYD) and St James Station is 12 km. The road distance is 11.7 km.

How do I travel from Sydney Airport (SYD) to St James Station without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to St James Station without a car is to bus and train which takes 11 min and costs $4 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to St James Station?

It takes approximately 11 min to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to St James Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney Airport (SYD) to St James Station bus from?

Sydney Airport (SYD) to St James Station bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Sydney Airport, Terminal 1 International station.

Where do I catch the Sydney Airport (SYD) to St James Station train from?

Sydney Airport (SYD) to St James Station train services, operated by Sydney Trains, depart from International Airport Station.

Train or bus from Sydney Airport (SYD) to St James Station?

The best way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to St James Station is to train which takes 18 min and costs $21 - $28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $25 and takes 35 min.

Where does the Sydney Airport (SYD) to St James Station bus arrive?

Sydney Airport (SYD) to St James Station bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Town Hall, Park St, Stand K station.

Where does the Sydney Airport (SYD) to St James Station train arrive?

Sydney Airport (SYD) to St James Station train services, operated by Sydney Trains, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to St James Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney Airport (SYD) to St James Station is 12 km. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to St James Station.

Where can I stay near St James Station?

There are 5208+ hotels available in St James Station.

Can I share a ride from Sydney Airport (SYD) to St James Station?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Sydney Airport (SYD) and St James Station. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Sydney Airport (SYD) to St James Station - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to St James Station by bus, train, taxi, rideshare, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Sydney International Airport to Sydney Central Stationbus Au100-1 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to St James Stationtrain T1 / ...
11 min
$4–7
Drive 11.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to St James Stationcar 11.7 km
16 min
$3
Train
1. Take the train from International Airport Station to Central Stationtrain T8
2. Take the train from Central Station to St James Stationtrain T1 / ...
18 min
$21–27
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sydney Airport (SYD) to St James Stationtaxi 11.7 km
16 min
$40–55
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Sydney-SYD to St James Stationrideshare 11.7 km
16 min
$55–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sydney Airport, Terminal 1 International to Town Hall, Park St, Stand Kbus N20
35 min
$6–25

Sydney Airport (SYD) to St James Station by train

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Distance: 12.2 km
Duration: 11 min

What companies run services between Sydney Airport (SYD), Australia and St James Station, NSW, Australia?

You can take a train from International Airport Station to St James Station via Central Station in around 18 min. Alternatively, Transport for NSW operates a bus from Sydney Airport, Terminal 1 International to Town Hall, Park St, Stand K every 3 hours. Tickets cost $6–25 and the journey takes 28 min.

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