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How to get fromSydney to Perth Airportby plane, train, car, or bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Sydney to Perth Airport by plane, train, car, or bus

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  1. Fly from Sydney International Airport

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    1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER)plane plane SYD - PER
    6h 18m
    $288–522

  2. Train

    1. Take the train from Central Station to Perthtrain train Syd-Per 2026
    3d 2h
    $865–9,695

  3. Drive 3,806.7 km

    1. Drive from Sydney to Perth Airportcar car 3,806.7 km
    40h 18m
    $682–985

  4. Train to Newcastle Airport, fly

    1. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain train
    2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Perth Airport (PER)plane plane NTL - PER
    9h 52m
    $383–620

  5. Bus to Canberra International Airport, fly

    1. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Canberrabus bus
    2. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Perth Airport (PER)plane plane CBR - PER
    9h 22m
    $452–822

Sydney to Perth Airport by train

Calendar1Weekly Trains
Duration3d 2hAverage Duration
Ticket$865Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 3,287.7 km
  • Duration: 6h 18m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Perth Airport, WA, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER) hourly. Alternatively, Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific operates a train from Central Station to Perth once a week. Tickets cost $863–10,000 and the journey takes 3d 2h.

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