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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Margate is to train which costs $85 - $250 and takes 15h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Margate is to fly and train and line 690 bus which takes 4h 16m and costs $140 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Margate. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Oxley Ave at Margate Shopping Centre via Edward Street Stop 142 near Queen St and Hornibrook Hwy at Eventide. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Margate station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Sandgate station, platform 1 via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 26m.

How far is it from Sydney to Margate?

The distance between Sydney and Margate is 795 km. The road distance is 935.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Margate without a car is to bus which takes 14h 52m and costs $140 - $320.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Sydney to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Margate bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sydney to Margate train from?

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

Train or bus from Sydney to Margate?

The best way to get from Sydney to Margate is to bus which takes 14h 52m and costs $140 - $320. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $85 - $250 and takes 15h 26m.

Where does the Sydney to Margate bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Sydney and Margate?

Margate is 1h behind Sydney. It is currently 12:03 PM in Sydney and 11:03 AM in Margate.

Where does the Sydney to Margate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydney to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Margate is 936 km. It takes approximately 9h 59m to drive from Sydney to Margate.

Where can I stay near Margate?

There are 570+ hotels available in Margate.

Sydney to Margate - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, line 690 bus, and bus

There are 8 ways to get from Sydney to Margate by plane, train, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Sydney International Airport to Brisbane Airport, train, line 690 bus
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane SYD - BNE
2. Take the train from Eagle Junction station, platform 2 to Sandgate station, platform 1train
3. Take the bus from Sandgate bus station, stop 2 to Oxley Ave at Margate Shopping Centrebus
4h 16m
$142–492
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
15h 26m
$87–245
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus Brisbane
14h 52m
$141–317
Drive 935.6 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Margatecar 935.6 km
9h 59m
$200–288
Fly Sydney International Airport to Gold Coast Airport, train
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane SYD - OOL
2. Take the train from Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 to Bowen Hills station, platform 2train
6h 15m
$105–435
Train to Newcastle Airport, fly to Brisbane Airport
1. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane NTL - BNE
6h 55m
$125–387
Fly Sydney International Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport, line 615 bus, train, line 696 bus
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)plane SYD - MCY
2. Take the bus from Maroochydore station, platform 1 to Landsborough station, stop Abus
3. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Petrie station, platform 4train
4. Take the train from Petrie station, platform 3 to Kippa-Ring station, platform 1train
5. Take the bus from Kippa-Ring station, stop B to Margate Pde at Humpybong State Schoolbus
6h 47m
$121–429
Bus via Sandgate station, platform 1
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus Pm12
19h 55m
$141–194

Sydney to Margate by bus and foot (Greyhound)

31Weekly Services

14h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 795 km
Duration: 4h 16m

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

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Central Station to Brisbane 4 times a day. Tickets cost $130–320 and the journey takes 13h. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Central Station to Roma Street Station twice daily. Tickets cost $85–250 and the journey takes 14h 6m.

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