What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney CBD to Adelaide?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney CBD to Adelaide is to bus which costs $110 - $180 and takes 23h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney CBD to Adelaide?

The fastest way to get from Sydney CBD to Adelaide is to fly which takes 4h 1m and costs $150 - $300.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney CBD and Adelaide?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney CBD to Adelaide. However, there are services departing from Town Hall, Park St, Stand H and arriving at 85 Franklin St via Liverpool and Albury Station/Hume Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney CBD and Adelaide?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney CBD station to Adelaide. However, there are services departing from Wynyard Station and arriving at Adelaide Parklands via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 31m.

How far is it from Sydney CBD to Adelaide?

The distance between Sydney CBD and Adelaide is 1183 km. The road distance is 1351.3 km.

How do I travel from Sydney CBD to Adelaide without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney CBD to Adelaide without a car is to bus which takes 23h 23m and costs $110 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Sydney CBD to Adelaide?

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Sydney CBD to Adelaide, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney CBD to Adelaide bus from?

Sydney CBD to Adelaide bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Liverpool station.

Where do I catch the Sydney CBD to Adelaide train from?

Sydney CBD to Adelaide train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, depart from Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Sydney CBD to Adelaide?

The best way to get from Sydney CBD to Adelaide is to fly which takes 4h 1m and costs $150 - $300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $180 and takes 23h 23m, you could also train, which costs $390 - $4,700 and takes 27h 31m.

Where does the Sydney CBD to Adelaide bus arrive?

Sydney CBD to Adelaide bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Albury station.

What is the time difference between Sydney CBD and Adelaide?

Adelaide is 30 min behind Sydney CBD. It is currently 2:27 PM in Sydney CBD and 1:57 PM in Adelaide.

Where does the Sydney CBD to Adelaide train arrive?

Sydney CBD to Adelaide train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, arrive at Adelaide Parklands station.

Can I drive from Sydney CBD to Adelaide?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney CBD to Adelaide is 1351 km. It takes approximately 14h 51m to drive from Sydney CBD to Adelaide.

Where can I stay near Adelaide?

There are 1594+ hotels available in Adelaide.

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There are 4 ways to get from Sydney CBD to Adelaide by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)plane SYD - ADL
4h 1m
$153–297
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool to Albury stationbus Melbourne
2. Take the bus from Albury Station/Hume Hwy to 85 Franklin Stbus Coach
23h 23m
$113–176
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Adelaide Parklandstrain Syd-Adl 2026
27h 31m
$393–4,607
Drive 1,351.3 km
1. Drive from Sydney CBD to Adelaidecar 1,351.3 km
14h 51m
$244–352

Sydney CBD to Adelaide by bus

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Distance: 1,182.6 km
Duration: 4h 1m

What companies run services between Sydney CBD, NSW, Australia and Adelaide, SA, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Adelaide Airport (ADL) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Town Hall, Park St, Stand H to 85 Franklin St via Liverpool Station, Stand G, Liverpool, and Albury Station/Hume Hwy in around 23h 23m.

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