What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney to Sanctuary Cove?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Sanctuary Cove is to train which costs $100 - $270 and takes 16h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney to Sanctuary Cove?

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Sanctuary Cove is to fly and train and line 709 bus which takes 5h 16m and costs $100 - $440.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Sanctuary Cove?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Sanctuary Cove. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Broadwater Ave at Crescent Avenue via Scarborough St at Southport Transit Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Sanctuary Cove?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Sanctuary Cove station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Hope Island station, platform 1 via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 12m.

How far is it from Sydney to Sanctuary Cove?

The distance between Sydney and Sanctuary Cove is 741 km. The road distance is 847.3 km.

How do I travel from Sydney to Sanctuary Cove without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney to Sanctuary Cove without a car is to train which takes 16h 12m and costs $100 - $270.

How long does it take to get from Sydney to Sanctuary Cove?

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Sydney to Sanctuary Cove, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Sanctuary Cove bus from?

Sydney to Sanctuary Cove bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Sanctuary Cove train from?

Sydney to Sanctuary Cove train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Sydney to Sanctuary Cove?

The best way to get from Sydney to Sanctuary Cove is to train which takes 16h 12m and costs $100 - $270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130 - $340 and takes 16h 22m.

Where does the Sydney to Sanctuary Cove bus arrive?

Sydney to Sanctuary Cove bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Southport station.

What is the time difference between Sydney and Sanctuary Cove?

Sanctuary Cove is 1h behind Sydney. It is currently 12:50 PM in Sydney and 11:50 AM in Sanctuary Cove.

Where does the Sydney to Sanctuary Cove train arrive?

Sydney to Sanctuary Cove train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Sanctuary Cove?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Sanctuary Cove is 847 km. It takes approximately 9h 16m to drive from Sydney to Sanctuary Cove.

Where can I stay near Sanctuary Cove?

There are 2949+ hotels available in Sanctuary Cove.

Sydney to Sanctuary Cove - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and line 709 bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Sydney to Sanctuary Cove by plane, train, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly Sydney International Airport to Gold Coast Airport, train, line 709 bus
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane SYD - OOL
2. Take the train from Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 to Hope Island station, platform 2train
3. Take the bus from Hope Island station, stop B to Sickle Ave at Park Cove Bvdbus
5h 16m
$104–434
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Hope Island station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
16h 12m
$100–261
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Southportbus Brisbane
16h 22m
$138–336
Drive 847.3 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Sanctuary Covecar 847.3 km
9h 16m
$181–261
Fly Sydney International Airport to Brisbane Airport, train
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane SYD - BNE
2. Take the train from International Airport Station to Hope Island station, platform 1train
5h 50m
$142–492
Train to Newcastle Airport, fly to Brisbane Airport, train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane NTL - BNE
3. Take the train from International Airport Station to Hope Island station, platform 1train
8h 29m
$130–387
Train to Newcastle Airport, fly to Gold Coast Airport
1. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane NTL - OOL
7h 55m
$107–599
Bus via Chatswood
1. Take the bus from Chatswood to Southportbus Pm12
20h 7m
$136–200

Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL) flights

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Distance: 741 km
Duration: 5h 16m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Sanctuary Cove, QLD, Australia?

You can take a train from Central Station to Sanctuary Cove via Roma Street Station, Roma Street, Hope Island station, platform 1, Hope Island station, stop B, and Broadwater Ave at Crescent Avenue in around 16h 12m. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Central Station to Southport twice daily. Tickets cost $140–320 and the journey takes 15h. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily.

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