What is the cheapest way to get from Wellington to Sydney?

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Sydney is to bus which costs $28 - $40 and takes 6h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wellington to Sydney?

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Sydney is to drive and fly which takes 2h 26m and costs $200 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Wellington and Sydney?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wellington Station, Coach Stop station and arriving at Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 station. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Wellington and Sydney?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wellington Station station and arriving at Central Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Wellington to Sydney?

The distance between Wellington and Sydney is 314 km. The road distance is 348.5 km.

How do I travel from Wellington to Sydney without a car?

The best way to get from Wellington to Sydney without a car is to train which takes 5h 58m and costs $30 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Wellington to Sydney?

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Wellington to Sydney, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wellington to Sydney bus from?

Wellington to Sydney bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Wellington Station, Coach Stop.

Where do I catch the Wellington to Sydney train from?

Wellington to Sydney train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Wellington Station.

Train or bus from Wellington to Sydney?

The best way to get from Wellington to Sydney is to train which takes 5h 58m and costs $30 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28 - $40 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Wellington to Sydney bus arrive?

Wellington to Sydney bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

Where does the Wellington to Sydney train arrive?

Wellington to Sydney train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Wellington to Sydney?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellington to Sydney is 348 km. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Wellington to Sydney.

Where can I stay near Sydney?

There are 5211+ hotels available in Sydney.

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

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Drive to Orange Airport, fly
best
1. Drive from Wellington to Orange-Airport-OAGcar
2. Fly from Orange Airport (OAG) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane OAG - SYD
2h 26m
$207–360
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wellington Station, Coach Stop to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1bus 2802
6h 25m
$28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Wellington Station to Central Stationtrain 428
5h 58m
$30–180
Drive 348.5 km
1. Drive from Wellington to Sydneycar 348.5 km
4h 33m
$62–90
Bus to Dubbo City Regional Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Wellington Station, Coach Stop to Dubbo Airport, Arthur Butler Drbus
2. Fly from Dubbo City Regional Airport (DBO) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane DBO - SYD
3h 22m
$237–435

Wellington to Sydney by train

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5h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 313.7 km
Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Wellington, NSW, Australia and Sydney, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Wellington Station to Central Station twice daily. Tickets cost $30–180 and the journey takes 5h 58m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Wellington Station, Coach Stop to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 once a week. Tickets cost $28–40 and the journey takes 6h 25m.

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