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Trip Overview

The average train between Sunshine and Sydney takes 11h 39m and the fastest train takes 11h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Sunshine 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.

11h 39m
Duration
950 km
Distance
$126
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Sunshine to Sydney train times

Trains run twice daily between Sunshine and Sydney. The earliest departure is at 7:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sunshine is at 7:21 PM which arrives into Sydney at 6:52 AM. All services require a transfer at Footscray Station and take an average of 11h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Metro Trains MelbourneMetro Trains MelbourneNSW TrainLink XPT11h 48m • 2 changes
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    Metro Trains MelbourneMetro Trains MelbourneNSW TrainLink XPT11h 31m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Metro Trains MelbourneMetro Trains MelbourneNSW TrainLink XPT11h 48m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Metro Trains MelbourneMetro Trains MelbourneNSW TrainLink XPT11h 31m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Metro Trains MelbourneMetro Trains MelbourneNSW TrainLink XPT11h 48m • 2 changes
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    Metro Trains MelbourneMetro Trains MelbourneNSW TrainLink XPT11h 28m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Metro Trains MelbourneMetro Trains MelbourneNSW TrainLink XPT11h 54m • 2 changes
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    Metro Trains MelbourneMetro Trains MelbourneNSW TrainLink XPT11h 26m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Metro Trains MelbourneMetro Trains MelbourneNSW TrainLink XPT11h 54m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Metro Trains MelbourneMetro Trains MelbourneNSW TrainLink XPT11h 31m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Metro Trains MelbourneMetro Trains MelbourneNSW TrainLink XPT11h 48m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Metro Trains MelbourneMetro Trains MelbourneNSW TrainLink XPT11h 31m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Metro Trains MelbourneMetro Trains MelbourneNSW TrainLink XPT11h 48m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Metro Trains MelbourneMetro Trains MelbourneNSW TrainLink XPT11h 31m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Sunshine to Sydney? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Sunshine to Sydney.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 950.1 km
  • Duration: 11h 39m

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

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Southern Cross to Central Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $80–240 and the journey takes 11h 2m.

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