What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Cardiff is to train which costs $9 - $13 and takes 2h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Cardiff is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Cardiff station. However, there are services departing from Wynyard Station, Clarence St, Stand R and arriving at Main Rd Opp Cardiff Station via Hornsby Station Taxi Rank, Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Central Station station and arriving at Cardiff Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Sydney to Cardiff?

The distance between Sydney and Cardiff is 154 km. The road distance is 141.3 km.

How do I travel from Sydney to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs $9 - $13.

How long does it take to get from Sydney to Cardiff?

The train from Central Station to Cardiff Station takes 2h 17m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Cardiff bus from?

Sydney to Cardiff bus services, operated by Busways, depart from Wynyard Station, Clarence St, Stand R.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Cardiff train from?

Sydney to Cardiff train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Sydney to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Sydney to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs $9 - $13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $9 - $14 and takes 2h 53m.

Where does the Sydney to Cardiff bus arrive?

Sydney to Cardiff bus services, operated by Busways, arrive at Hornsby Station, Stand B.

Where does the Sydney to Cardiff train arrive?

Sydney to Cardiff train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Cardiff Station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Cardiff is 141 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Sydney to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 594+ hotels available in Cardiff.

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There are 3 ways to get from Sydney to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Central Station to Cardiff Stationtrain Ccn
2h 17m
$9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wynyard Station, Clarence St, Stand R to Hornsby Station, Stand Bbus N90
2. Take the bus from Hornsby Station Taxi Rank, Station St to Main Rd Opp Cardiff Stationbus 15Cn
2h 53m
$9–13
Drive 141.3 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Cardiffcar 141.3 km
1h 47m
$26–37

Sydney to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 154 km
Duration: 2h 17m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Cardiff, NSW, Australia?

Intercity Trains operates a train from Central Station to Cardiff Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 2h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wynyard Station, Clarence St, Stand R to Main Rd Opp Cardiff Station via Hornsby Station, Stand B and Hornsby Station Taxi Rank, Station St in around 2h 53m.

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