What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney to Port Adelaide?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Port Adelaide is to bus which costs $80 - $270 and takes 24h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney to Port Adelaide?

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Port Adelaide is to fly which takes 4h 49m and costs $150 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Port Adelaide?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Port Adelaide. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Zone B Port Dock Interchange via Albury Station/Hume Hwy and Stop D1 Grote St - North side. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Port Adelaide?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Port Adelaide station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Port Dock station via Adelaide station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 31m.

How far is it from Sydney to Port Adelaide?

The distance between Sydney and Port Adelaide is 1195 km. The road distance is 1363.9 km.

How do I travel from Sydney to Port Adelaide without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney to Port Adelaide without a car is to bus which takes 24h 22m and costs $80 - $270.

How long does it take to get from Sydney to Port Adelaide?

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Sydney to Port Adelaide, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Port Adelaide bus from?

Sydney to Port Adelaide bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Port Adelaide train from?

Sydney to Port Adelaide train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, depart from Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Sydney to Port Adelaide?

The best way to get from Sydney to Port Adelaide is to fly which takes 4h 49m and costs $150 - $360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $270 and takes 24h 22m, you could also train, which costs $400 - $4,600 and takes 27h 31m.

Where does the Sydney to Port Adelaide bus arrive?

Sydney to Port Adelaide bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Albury station.

What is the time difference between Sydney and Port Adelaide?

Port Adelaide is 30 min behind Sydney. It is currently 6:28 AM in Sydney and 5:58 AM in Port Adelaide.

Where does the Sydney to Port Adelaide train arrive?

Sydney to Port Adelaide train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, arrive at Adelaide Parklands station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Port Adelaide?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Port Adelaide is 1364 km. It takes approximately 15h 11m to drive from Sydney to Port Adelaide.

Where can I stay near Port Adelaide?

There are 1542+ hotels available in Port Adelaide.

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There are 4 ways to get from Sydney to Port Adelaide by plane, bus (Greyhound), train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)plane SYD - ADL
4h 49m
$151–354
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Alburybus
2. Take the bus from Albury Station/Hume Hwy to 85 Franklin Stbus Coach
24h 22m
$81–264
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Adelaide Parklandstrain Syd-Adl 2026
27h 31m
$409–4,600
Drive 1,363.9 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Port Adelaidecar 1,363.9 km
15h 11m
$251–362

Sydney to Port Adelaide by bus

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24h 22mAverage Duration

$81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,195.5 km
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Port Adelaide, SA, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Adelaide Airport (ADL) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Central Station to Zone B Port Dock Interchange via Albury, Albury Station/Hume Hwy, 85 Franklin St, and Stop D1 Grote St - North side in around 24h 22m.

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