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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney Tower to Sydney Airport (SYD) is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 12 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney Tower to Sydney Airport (SYD) is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $45 - $60.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Town Hall, Park St, Stand H and arriving at Sydney Airport, Terminal 1 International. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from St James Station station and arriving at International Airport Station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

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

The distance between Sydney Tower and Sydney Airport (SYD) is 10 km. The road distance is 12.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney Tower to Sydney Airport (SYD) without a car is to train which takes 20 min and costs $18 - $23.

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

The train from St James Station to International Airport Station takes 17 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

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

Sydney Tower to Sydney Airport (SYD) bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Town Hall, Park St, Stand H station.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Sydney Tower to Sydney Airport (SYD) is to train which takes 20 min and costs $18 - $23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $25 and takes 31 min.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney Tower to Sydney Airport (SYD) is 13 km. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Sydney Tower to Sydney Airport (SYD).

Where can I stay near Sydney Airport (SYD)?

There are 5273+ hotels available in Sydney Airport (SYD).

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

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

Sydney Tower to Sydney Airport (SYD) - 7 ways to travel via train, bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Sydney Tower to Sydney Airport (SYD) by train, bus, taxi, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from St James Station to International Airport Stationtrain T8
20 min
$18–23
Drive 12.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sydney Tower to Sydney Airport (SYD)car 12.8 km
12 min
$3–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Town Hall, Park St, Stand H to Sydney Airport, Terminal 1 Internationalbus N20
31 min
$6–25
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sydney Tower to Sydney Airport (SYD)taxi 12.8 km
12 min
$45–60
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Sydney Tower to Sydney-SYDrideshare 12.8 km
12 min
$55–75
Train via Museum Station
1. Take the train from Museum Station to International Airport Stationtrain T8
23 min
$18–23
Train via Town Hall Station
1. Take the train from Town Hall Station to International Airport Stationtrain T8
32 min
$18–23

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

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Distance: 10.1 km
Duration: 20 min

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

Sydney Trains operates a train from St James Station to International Airport Station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $18–23 and the journey takes 17 min. Alternatively, Transport for NSW operates a bus from Town Hall, Park St, Stand H to Sydney Airport, Terminal 1 International every 4 hours. Tickets cost $6–25 and the journey takes 27 min.

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