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

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Newtown is to bus via Canberra Jolimont Tourist Centre which costs $35 - $60 and takes 4h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Newtown is to fly and train which takes 2h 42m and costs $240 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Newtown?

No, there is no direct bus from Canberra to Newtown. However, there are services departing from Canberra Jolimont Tourist Centre and arriving at King St At Erskineville Rd via Pitt St Opp Barlow St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Canberra and Newtown?

No, there is no direct train from Canberra station to Newtown station. However, there are services departing from Canberra Station and arriving at Newtown Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Canberra to Newtown?

The distance between Canberra and Newtown is 287 km. The road distance is 276.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Canberra to Newtown without a car is to bus which takes 3h 19m and costs $35 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Canberra to Newtown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Newtown bus from?

Canberra to Newtown bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Canberra Jolimont Tourist Centre station.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Newtown train from?

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

Train or bus from Canberra to Newtown?

The best way to get from Canberra to Newtown is to bus which takes 3h 19m and costs $35 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $60 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Canberra to Newtown bus arrive?

Canberra to Newtown bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Sydney Central Station.

Where does the Canberra to Newtown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Canberra to Newtown?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Newtown is 276 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Canberra to Newtown.

Where can I stay near Newtown?

There are 4996+ hotels available in Newtown.

Canberra to Newtown - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Canberra to Newtown by bus, train, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney Central Stationbus Au100-1 / ...
3h 19m
$36–60
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Canberra Station to Central Stationtrain 632
4h 17m
$32–59
Drive 276.3 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Newtowncar 276.3 km
2h 57m
$49–71
Fly, train
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane CBR - SYD
2. Take the train from Central Station to Newtown Stationtrain
2h 42m
$244–453
Bus via Sydney International Airport (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney International Airportbus Sydney
3h 34m
$75–125
Bus via Canberra Jolimont Tourist Centre
1. Take the bus from Canberra Jolimont Tourist Centre to Sydney Central Stationbus Au101-2 / ...
4h 2m
$35–58

Canberra to Newtown by train

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Distance: 287.3 km
Duration: 3h 19m

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

FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Canberra to Sydney Central Station hourly. Tickets cost $30–55 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink operates a train from Canberra Station to Central Station once daily. Tickets cost $29–55 and the journey takes 4h 8m.

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