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

The cheapest way to get from Bowral to Canberra is to train which costs $21 - $40 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bowral to Canberra is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Bowral and Canberra?

No, there is no direct bus from Bowral to Canberra. However, there are services departing from Moss Vale Rd Opp Lions Park and arriving at Jolimont Centre via Moss Vale Court House, Argyle St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Bowral and Canberra?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bowral Station station and arriving at Canberra Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Bowral to Canberra?

The distance between Bowral and Canberra is 193 km. The road distance is 171.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Bowral to Canberra without a car is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs $21 - $40.

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

The train from Bowral Station to Canberra Station takes 2h 32m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Bowral to Canberra bus from?

Bowral to Canberra bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, depart from Moss Vale Court House, Argyle St station.

Where do I catch the Bowral to Canberra train from?

Bowral to Canberra train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Bowral Station.

Train or bus from Bowral to Canberra?

The best way to get from Bowral to Canberra is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs $21 - $40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the Bowral to Canberra bus arrive?

Bowral to Canberra bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, arrive at Jolimont Centre station.

Where does the Bowral to Canberra train arrive?

Bowral to Canberra train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Canberra Station.

Can I drive from Bowral to Canberra?

Yes, the driving distance between Bowral to Canberra is 171 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Bowral to Canberra.

Where can I stay near Canberra?

There are 882+ hotels available in Canberra.

Bowral to Canberra - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Bowral to Canberra by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bowral Station to Canberra Stationtrain 631 / ...
2h 32m
$21–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Moss Vale Court House, Argyle St to Jolimont Centrebus 855
3h 19m
$35–56
Drive 171.2 km
1. Drive from Bowral to Canberracar 171.2 km
1h 58m
$33–47
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Bowral Station to Campbelltown Stationtrain
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)plane SYD - CBR
4h 30m
$237–534

Bowral to Canberra by train

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Distance: 193.1 km
Duration: 2h 32m

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

NSW TrainLink operates a train from Bowral Station to Canberra Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $21–40 and the journey takes 2h 32m. Alternatively, Murrays Coaches operates a bus from Moss Vale Court House, Argyle St to Jolimont Centre twice daily. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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