What is the cheapest way to get from Armidale to Canberra?

The cheapest way to get from Armidale to Canberra is to train which costs $75 - $150 and takes 14h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Armidale to Canberra?

The fastest way to get from Armidale to Canberra is to fly which takes 5h 2m and costs $460 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Armidale and Canberra?

No, there is no direct bus from Armidale to Canberra. However, there are services departing from Armidale Visitor Information Centre and arriving at Canberra via Urunga and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 24m.

How far is it from Armidale to Canberra?

The distance between Armidale and Canberra is 595 km. The road distance is 736.6 km.

How do I travel from Armidale to Canberra without a car?

The best way to get from Armidale to Canberra without a car is to train and bus which takes 12h 54m and costs $95 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Armidale to Canberra?

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Armidale to Canberra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Armidale to Canberra bus from?

Armidale to Canberra bus services, operated by Dorrigo Transit, depart from Armidale Visitor Information Centre station.

Train, bus or fly from Armidale to Canberra?

The best way to get from Armidale to Canberra is to fly which takes 5h 2m and costs $460 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $190 - $290 and takes 16h 24m, you could also train, which costs $75 - $150 and takes 14h 7m.

Where does the Armidale to Canberra bus arrive?

Armidale to Canberra bus services, operated by Dorrigo Transit, arrive at Urunga Station.

Can I drive from Armidale to Canberra?

Yes, the driving distance between Armidale to Canberra is 737 km. It takes approximately 8h 33m to drive from Armidale to Canberra.

Where can I stay near Canberra?

There are 885+ hotels available in Canberra.

Armidale to Canberra - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Armidale to Canberra by plane, train, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Armidale to Canberra International Airport
best
1. Fly from Armidale (ARM) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)plane ARM - CBR
5h 2m
$465–710
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Armidale Station to Central Stationtrain 224
2. Take the train from Central Station to Canberra Stationtrain 631 / ...
14h 7m
$77–148
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Armidale Station to Central Stationtrain 224
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Canberrabus
12h 54m
$98–188
Bus
1. Take the bus from Armidale Visitor Information Centre to Urunga Stationbus Dt2
2. Take the bus from Urunga to Central Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Canberrabus
16h 24m
$191–285
Drive 736.6 km
1. Drive from Armidale to Canberracar 736.6 km
8h 33m
$140–203
Bus to Coffs Harbour Airport, fly to Canberra International Airport
1. Take the bus from Armidale Visitor Information Centre to Coffs Harbour Airportbus
2. Fly from Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)plane CFS - CBR
6h 21m
$443–759
Fly Armidale to Sydney International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Armidale (ARM) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane ARM - SYD
2. Take the bus from Sydney International Airport to Canberrabus
6h 2m
$288–554
Train, bus via Toronto
1. Take the train from Armidale Station to Fassifern Stationtrain 224
2. Take the train from Fassifern Station to Central Stationtrain Ccn
3. Take the bus from Sydney International Airport to Canberrabus
14h 13m
$110–203
Train via PLC Armidale, Crest Rd
1. Take the train from Armidale Station to Central Stationtrain 224
2. Take the train from Central Station to Canberra Stationtrain 635 / ...
14h 56m
$77–149

Armidale to Canberra by bus and train

14Weekly Services

12h 54mAverage Duration

$98Cheapest Price

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Distance: 595.5 km
Duration: 5h 2m

What companies run services between Armidale, NSW, Australia and Canberra, ACT, Australia?

Qantas, Link Airways, and Virgin Australia fly from Armidale (ARM) to Canberra International Airport (CBR) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Armidale Visitor Information Centre to Canberra via Urunga Station, Urunga, and Central Station in around 16h 24m.

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