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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Clayton is to train which costs $75 - $260 and takes 11h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Clayton is to fly and train which takes 4h 18m and costs $150 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Clayton?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Clayton. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Clayton?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Clayton station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Clayton Station via Southern Cross Station/Collins St #D14 and Town Hall Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 31m.

How far is it from Sydney to Clayton?

The distance between Sydney and Clayton is 758 km. The road distance is 874.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Clayton without a car is to train which takes 11h 31m and costs $75 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Sydney to Clayton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Clayton bus from?

Sydney to Clayton bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Clayton train from?

Sydney to Clayton train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Sydney to Clayton?

The best way to get from Sydney to Clayton is to train which takes 11h 31m and costs $75 - $260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $300 and takes 12h 1m.

Where does the Sydney to Clayton bus arrive?

Sydney to Clayton bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Sydney to Clayton train arrive?

Sydney to Clayton train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Clayton?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Clayton is 874 km. It takes approximately 9h 23m to drive from Sydney to Clayton.

Where can I stay near Clayton?

There are 5181+ hotels available in Clayton.

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Fly to Melbourne Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane SYD - MEL
2. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Clayton Stationtrain
4h 18m
$158–352
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
11h 31m
$79–255
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
12h 1m
$107–296
Drive 874.4 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Claytoncar 874.4 km
9h 23m
$157–227
Fly to Avalon Airport, train
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane SYD - AVV
2. Take the train from Lara Station to Footscray Stationtrain
5h 51m
$123–296
Bus via Box Hill Bus Station/Station St
1. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Melbournebus Au100-3 / ...
14h 24m
$143–231

Sydney to Clayton by train and tram

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Distance: 757.9 km
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Clayton, VIC, Australia?

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Central Station to Southern Cross 5 times a day. Tickets cost $65–250 and the journey takes 10h 50m. Alternatively, Firefly Express operates a bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 11h 15m. Greyhound Australia also services this route once daily.

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