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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Tower is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Tower is to bus and subway which takes 14 min and costs $4 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney Airport (SYD) and Sydney Tower?

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 Sydney Tower?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney Airport (SYD) station to Sydney Tower 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 22 min.

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

The distance between Sydney Airport (SYD) and Sydney Tower is 12 km. The road distance is 11.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Tower without a car is to bus and subway which takes 14 min and costs $4 - $8.

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

It takes approximately 14 min to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Tower, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Tower bus from?

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

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

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

Train or bus from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Tower?

The best way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Tower is to train which takes 22 min and costs $21 - $28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $25 and takes 32 min.

Where does the Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Tower bus arrive?

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

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

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

Can I drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Tower?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Tower is 12 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Tower.

Where can I stay near Sydney Tower?

There are 5211+ hotels available in Sydney Tower.

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

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

Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Tower - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

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

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Bus, subway
best
1. Take the bus from Sydney International Airport to Sydney Central Stationbus Au100-1 / ...
2. Take the subway from Central Station to Gadigal Stationsubway M1
14 min
$4–7
Drive 11.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Towercar 11.6 km
15 min
$3
Train
1. Take the train from International Airport Station to Central Stationtrain T8
22 min
$21–27
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Towertaxi 11.6 km
15 min
$40–55
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Sydney-SYD to Sydney Towerrideshare 11.6 km
15 min
$55–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sydney Airport, Terminal 1 International to Town Hall, Park St, Stand Kbus N20
32 min
$6–25

Sydney Airport (SYD) to Sydney Tower by train and foot

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Distance: 12.3 km
Duration: 14 min

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

Sydney Trains operates a train from International Airport Station to Central Station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $18–23 and the journey takes 13 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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