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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Port Phillip is to train which costs $80 - $240 and takes 10h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Port Phillip is to fly which takes 3h 33m and costs $140 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Port Phillip?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 station and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 12h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Port Phillip?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Central Station station and arriving at Southern Cross. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 50m.

How far is it from Sydney to Port Phillip?

The distance between Sydney and Port Phillip is 737 km. The road distance is 861.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Port Phillip without a car is to train which takes 10h 50m and costs $80 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Sydney to Port Phillip, including transfers.

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

Sydney to Port Phillip bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Sydney to Port Phillip?

The best way to get from Sydney to Port Phillip is to fly which takes 3h 33m and costs $140 - $350. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $80 - $240 and takes 10h 50m, you could also bus, which costs $100 - $170 and takes 12h 10m.

Where does the Sydney to Port Phillip bus arrive?

Sydney to Port Phillip bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St station.

Where does the Sydney to Port Phillip train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydney to Port Phillip?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Port Phillip is 861 km. It takes approximately 9h 12m to drive from Sydney to Port Phillip.

How do I get a train ticket from Sydney to Port Phillip?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Sydney to Port Phillip?

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Where can I stay near Port Phillip?

There are 5281+ hotels available in Port Phillip.

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Fly to Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane SYD - MEL
3h 33m
$146–350
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
10h 50m
$80–240
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer Stbus 6307 / ...
12h 10m
$100–170
Drive 861.4 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Port Phillipcar 861.4 km
9h 12m
$154–222
Fly 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 Southern Cross Stationtrain
5h 11m
$127–330

Sydney to Port Phillip by train

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Distance: 737.5 km
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Port Phillip, VIC, Australia?

Jetstar, Qantas, and Virgin Australia fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) every 20 minutes. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Central Station to Southern Cross 4 times a day. Tickets cost $80–240 and the journey takes 10h 50m.

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