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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Clifton is to train which costs $7 - $10 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Clifton is to drive which takes 58 min and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Clifton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Martin Place Station station and arriving at Scarborough Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 22m.

How far is it from Sydney to Clifton?

The distance between Sydney and Clifton is 63 km. The road distance is 59.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Clifton without a car is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs $7 - $10.

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

The train from Martin Place Station to Scarborough Station takes 1h 22m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Clifton train from?

Sydney to Clifton train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Martin Place Station.

Where does the Sydney to Clifton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydney to Clifton?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Clifton is 60 km. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Sydney to Clifton.

Where can I stay near Clifton?

There are 271+ hotels available in Clifton.

Sydney to Clifton - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Sydney to Clifton by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Martin Place Station to Scarborough Stationtrain Sco
1h 22m
$7–10
Drive 59.7 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Cliftoncar 59.7 km
58 min
$11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sydney to Cliftontaxi 59.7 km
58 min
$170–210
Train via Waterfall Station
1. Take the train from Martin Place Station to Waterfall Stationtrain T4
2. Take the train from Waterfall Station to Scarborough Stationtrain Sco
1h 47m
$10–16

Sydney to Clifton by train

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1h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 63.5 km
Duration: 1h 22m

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

Intercity Trains operates a train from Martin Place Station to Scarborough Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 1h 22m.

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