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

The cheapest way to get from Adelaide to Sydney is to bus which costs $50 - $130 and takes 22h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Adelaide to Sydney is to fly which takes 3h 26m and costs $150 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Adelaide and Sydney?

No, there is no direct bus from Adelaide to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from 85 Franklin St and arriving at Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 via Albury Station, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Adelaide and Sydney?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Adelaide Parklands and arriving at Sydney Central Station station. Services depart once a week, and operate Monday and Tuesday. The journey takes approximately 28h 30m.

How far is it from Adelaide to Sydney?

The distance between Adelaide and Sydney is 1178 km. The road distance is 1349.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Adelaide to Sydney without a car is to bus which takes 22h 20m and costs $50 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Adelaide to Sydney, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Sydney bus from?

Adelaide to Sydney bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from 85 Franklin St station.

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Sydney train from?

Adelaide to Sydney train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Adelaide Station.

Train, bus or fly from Adelaide to Sydney?

The best way to get from Adelaide to Sydney is to fly which takes 3h 26m and costs $150 - $390. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $130 and takes 22h 20m, you could also train via Melbourne, which costs and takes 22h 37m.

Where does the Adelaide to Sydney bus arrive?

Adelaide to Sydney bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Albury Station/Hume Hwy.

What is the time difference between Adelaide and Sydney?

Sydney is 30 min ahead of Adelaide. It is currently 2:08 AM in Adelaide and 2:38 AM in Sydney.

Where does the Adelaide to Sydney train arrive?

Adelaide to Sydney train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Adelaide to Sydney?

Yes, the driving distance between Adelaide to Sydney is 1349 km. It takes approximately 14h 46m to drive from Adelaide to Sydney.

Where can I stay near Sydney?

There are 4460+ hotels available in Sydney.

Adelaide to Sydney - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)ADL - SYD
3h 26m
$153–388
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 85 Franklin St to Albury Station/Hume HwyCoach
2. Take the bus from Albury Station, Coach Bay 1 to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 16208 / ...
22h 20m
$53–124
Train via Melbourne
1. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Southern Cross StationThe Overland
2. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Station622 / ...
22h 37m
Drive 1,349.3 km
1. Drive from Adelaide to Sydney1,349.3 km
14h 46m
$262–378
Train
1. Take the train from Adelaide Parklands to Sydney Central StationAdl-Syd 2024 / ...
28h 30m
$400–6,000

Adelaide to Sydney by bus

7Weekly Buses

22h 20mAverage Duration

$53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,177.9 km
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Adelaide, SA, Australia and Sydney, NSW, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 85 Franklin St to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 via Albury Station, Coach Bay 1 in around 22h 20m.

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