What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney to Mount Helen?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Mount Helen is to train which costs $80 - $270 and takes 13h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney to Mount Helen?

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Mount Helen is to fly and train which takes 6h 4m and costs $160 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Mount Helen?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Mount Helen. However, there are services departing from Sydney Central Station and arriving at Residence Dr/University Dr via Southern Cross Coach Terminal and Ballarat Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Mount Helen?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Mount Helen station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 22m.

How far is it from Sydney to Mount Helen?

The distance between Sydney and Mount Helen is 845 km. The road distance is 923.7 km.

How do I travel from Sydney to Mount Helen without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney to Mount Helen without a car is to train which takes 13h 22m and costs $80 - $270.

How long does it take to get from Sydney to Mount Helen?

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Sydney to Mount Helen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Mount Helen bus from?

Sydney to Mount Helen bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Sydney Central Station.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Mount Helen train from?

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

Train or bus from Sydney to Mount Helen?

The best way to get from Sydney to Mount Helen is to train which takes 13h 22m and costs $80 - $270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $230 - $330 and takes 15h 23m.

Where does the Sydney to Mount Helen bus arrive?

Sydney to Mount Helen bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Melbourne station.

Where does the Sydney to Mount Helen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydney to Mount Helen?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Mount Helen is 924 km. It takes approximately 10h 20m to drive from Sydney to Mount Helen.

Where can I stay near Mount Helen?

There are 205+ hotels available in Mount Helen.

Sydney to Mount Helen - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Sydney to Mount Helen by plane, train, bus, 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 Melbourne Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane SYD - MEL
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
6h 4m
$160–358
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
13h 22m
$81–261
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
13h 47m
$109–302
Drive 923.7 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Mount Helencar 923.7 km
10h 20m
$166–240
Fly Sydney International Airport 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 Deer Park Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Deer Park Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
7h 2m
$136–307
Fly Sydney International Airport to Bendigo Airport, bus
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Bendigo Airport (BXG)plane SYD - BXG
2. Take the bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Gear Ave/Warrenheip Stbus
6h 57m
$235–770
Train to Newcastle Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport, train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane NTL - MEL
3. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
9h 3m
$145–386
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Melbournebus Au100-3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Ballaratbus Adelaide
15h 23m
$235–324

Sydney to Mount Helen by train and bus

37Weekly Services

13h 22mAverage Duration

$81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 845.5 km
Duration: 6h 4m

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

You can take a train from Central Station to Residence Dr/University Dr via Southern Cross Station, Ballarat Station, and Ballarat Station in around 13h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sydney Central Station to Residence Dr/University Dr via Melbourne, Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Ballarat, and Ballarat Station in around 15h 23m.

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