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

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Armidale is to train which costs $75 - $150 and takes 14h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Armidale is to fly which takes 6h 2m and costs $460 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Armidale?

No, there is no direct bus from Canberra to Armidale. However, there are services departing from Canberra and arriving at Armidale Visitor Information Centre via Central Station and Urunga Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 2m.

How far is it from Canberra to Armidale?

The distance between Canberra and Armidale is 594 km. The road distance is 734.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Canberra to Armidale without a car is to bus and train which takes 13h 32m and costs $95 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Canberra to Armidale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Armidale bus from?

Canberra to Armidale bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, depart from Canberra station.

Train, bus or fly from Canberra to Armidale?

The best way to get from Canberra to Armidale is to fly which takes 6h 2m and costs $460 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $190 - $290 and takes 17h 2m, you could also train, which costs $75 - $150 and takes 14h 10m.

Where does the Canberra to Armidale bus arrive?

Canberra to Armidale bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Canberra to Armidale?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Armidale is 735 km. It takes approximately 8h 28m to drive from Canberra to Armidale.

Where can I stay near Armidale?

There are 70+ hotels available in Armidale.

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

There are 9 ways to get from Canberra to Armidale by plane, bus, train, 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 Canberra International Airport to Armidale
best
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Armidale (ARM)plane CBR - ARM
6h 2m
$466–709
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Canberra Station to Central Stationtrain 636 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Armidale Stationtrain 223
14h 10m
$76–148
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Central Stationbus
2. Take the train from Central Station to Armidale Stationtrain 223
13h 32m
$98–188
Bus
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Central Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Urungabus
3. Take the bus from Urunga Station to Armidale Visitor Information Centrebus Dt1 / ...
17h 2m
$191–284
Drive 734.7 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Armidalecar 734.7 km
8h 28m
$140–202
Fly Canberra International Airport to Tamworth, bus
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Tamworth (TMW)plane CBR - TMW
2. Take the bus from Tamworth Station to Armidale Visitor Information Centrebus
7h 13m
$521–905
Fly Canberra International Airport to Coffs Harbour Airport, bus
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS)plane CBR - CFS
2. Take the bus from Coffs Harbour Airport to Armidale Visitor Information Centrebus
7h 2m
$443–765
Bus to Sydney International Airport, fly to Armidale
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney International Airportbus
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Armidale (ARM)plane SYD - ARM
6h 30m
$288–549
Bus, train via Toronto
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney International Airportbus
2. Take the train from Central Station to Fassifern Stationtrain Ccn
3. Take the train from Fassifern Station to Armidale Stationtrain 223
13h 42m
$113–198

Canberra to Armidale by bus and train

14Weekly Services

13h 32mAverage Duration

$98Cheapest Price

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Distance: 593.8 km
Duration: 6h 2m

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

Qantas, Virgin Australia, and Link Airways fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Armidale (ARM) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Canberra to Armidale Visitor Information Centre via Central Station, Urunga, and Urunga Station in around 17h 2m.

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