The average train between Canberra and Sydney takes 4h 13m and the fastest train takes 4h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Canberra to Sydney. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Canberra and Sydney. The earliest departure is at 6:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Canberra is at 5:08 PM which arrives into Sydney at 9:33 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Canberra station and arriving at Sydney station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 4h 13m.
Canberra to Sydney train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Canberra Station.
Canberra to Sydney train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Central Station.
The distance between Canberra and Sydney is 247.2 km. The road distance is 318 km.
NSW TrainLink operates a train from Canberra Station to Central Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $29–55 and the journey takes 4h 8m.
