What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Opera House?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Opera House is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Opera House?

The fastest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Opera House is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $45 - $60.

Is there a direct train between Sydney Airport (SYD) and Sydney Opera House?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney Airport (SYD) station to Sydney Opera House station. However, there are services departing from International Airport Station and arriving at Circular Quay Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Opera House?

The distance between Sydney Airport (SYD) and Sydney Opera House is 14 km. The road distance is 13 km.

How do I travel from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Opera House without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Opera House without a car is to bus and train which takes 25 min and costs $4 - $10.

How long does it take to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Opera House?

It takes approximately 25 min to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Opera House, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Opera House train from?

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

Where does the Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Opera House train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Opera House?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Opera House is 13 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Opera House.

Where can I stay near Sydney Opera House?

There are 5206+ hotels available in Sydney Opera House.

Can I share a ride from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Opera House?

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

Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Opera House - 6 ways to travel via train

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There are 6 ways to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Opera House by bus, train, taxi, rideshare, car, or tram

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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 Circular Quay Stationtrain T8 / ...
25 min
$4–9
Drive 13 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Opera Housecar 13 km
18 min
$3–4
Train
1. Take the train from International Airport Station to Central Stationtrain T8
2. Take the train from Central Station to Circular Quay Stationtrain T2 / ...
31 min
$21–27
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Opera Housetaxi 13 km
18 min
$45–60
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Sydney-SYD to Sydney Opera Houserideshare 13 km
18 min
$55–75
Train, tram
1. Take the train from International Airport Station to Central Stationtrain T8
2. Take the tram from Central Chalmers Street station to Circular Quay stationtram L3 / ...
40 min
$22–27

Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Opera House by train and foot

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Distance: 14.4 km
Duration: 25 min

What companies run services between Sydney Airport (SYD), Australia and Sydney Opera House, NSW, Australia?

You can take a train from International Airport Station to Sydney Opera House via Central Station and Circular Quay Station in around 31 min.

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