What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney to Rainbow Flat?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Rainbow Flat is to bus which costs $25 - $40 and takes 6h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney to Rainbow Flat?

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Rainbow Flat is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Rainbow Flat?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Rainbow Flat. However, there are services departing from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 and arriving at Godfrey Hill Rd Before Begonia Pl via Taree Station, Coach Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Rainbow Flat?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Rainbow Flat station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Taree Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Sydney to Rainbow Flat?

The distance between Sydney and Rainbow Flat is 334 km. The road distance is 296.6 km.

How do I travel from Sydney to Rainbow Flat without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney to Rainbow Flat without a car is to bus which takes 6h 15m and costs $25 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Sydney to Rainbow Flat?

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Sydney to Rainbow Flat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Rainbow Flat bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sydney to Rainbow Flat train from?

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

Train or bus from Sydney to Rainbow Flat?

The best way to get from Sydney to Rainbow Flat is to bus which takes 6h 15m and costs $25 - $40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $180 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Sydney to Rainbow Flat bus arrive?

Sydney to Rainbow Flat bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Taree Station, Coach Stop.

Where does the Sydney to Rainbow Flat train arrive?

Sydney to Rainbow Flat train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Taree Station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Rainbow Flat?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Rainbow Flat is 297 km. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Sydney to Rainbow Flat.

Where can I stay near Rainbow Flat?

There are 166+ hotels available in Rainbow Flat.

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There are 4 ways to get from Sydney to Rainbow Flat by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Taree Station, Coach Stopbus 3105 / ...
6h 15m
$25–40
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Taree Stationtrain 33 / ...
6h 45m
$30–180
Drive 296.6 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Rainbow Flatcar 296.6 km
3h 17m
$54–77
Bus via Taree
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Tareebus Brisbane
6h 15m
$45–120

Sydney to Rainbow Flat by bus

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6h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 334.4 km
Duration: 6h 15m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Rainbow Flat, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Taree Station, Coach Stop every 4 hours. Tickets cost $25–40 and the journey takes 4h 55m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Central Station to Taree Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $30–180 and the journey takes 5h 25m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily.

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