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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Kuranda is to fly which costs $260 - $700 and takes 5h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Kuranda is to fly which takes 5h 3m and costs $260 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Kuranda?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Kuranda. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Kuranda via Brisbane Roma Street and Cairns Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Kuranda?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Kuranda station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 56m.

How far is it from Sydney to Kuranda?

The distance between Sydney and Kuranda is 2013 km. The road distance is 2425.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Kuranda without a car is to train which takes 41h 56m and costs $270 - $7,000.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Sydney to Kuranda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Kuranda bus from?

Sydney to Kuranda bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Kuranda train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Sydney to Kuranda?

The best way to get from Sydney to Kuranda is to fly which takes 5h 3m and costs $260 - $700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $270 - $7,000 and takes 41h 56m, you could also bus via Brisbane, which costs $390 - $700 and takes 45h 19m.

Where does the Sydney to Kuranda bus arrive?

Sydney to Kuranda bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

Where does the Sydney to Kuranda train arrive?

Sydney to Kuranda train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Kuranda?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Kuranda is 2426 km. It takes approximately 28h 11m to drive from Sydney to Kuranda.

Where can I stay near Kuranda?

There are 1026+ hotels available in Kuranda.

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There are 5 ways to get from Sydney to Kuranda by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Cairns (CNS)plane SYD - CNS
5h 3m
$268–662
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Cairns Central Stationtrain Spirit of Queensland
41h 56m
$273–6,770
Bus via Brisbane
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns Central Stationbus Pm16
45h 19m
$397–692
Drive 2,425.8 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Kurandacar 2,425.8 km
28h 11m
$432–624
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Brisbanebus Au001
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Coach Terminal to Cairnsbus Au050 / ...
2d
$367–596

Sydney to Kuranda by train and bus

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41h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 2,013.3 km
Duration: 5h 3m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Kuranda, QLD, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Cairns (CNS) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Central Station to Kuranda via Roma Street Station, Roma Street, Cairns Central Station, and Cairns in around 41h 56m.

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