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

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Parkes is to bus which costs $30 - $50 and takes 6h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Parkes is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Parkes?

No, there is no direct bus from Canberra to Parkes station. However, there are services departing from Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St and arriving at Parkes Station, Coach Stop via Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Canberra and Parkes?

No, there is no direct train from Canberra station to Parkes station. However, there are services departing from Canberra Station and arriving at Parkes Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 39m.

How far is it from Canberra to Parkes?

The distance between Canberra and Parkes is 370 km. The road distance is 289.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Canberra to Parkes without a car is to bus which takes 6h 18m and costs $30 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Canberra to Parkes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Parkes bus from?

Canberra to Parkes bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St station.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Parkes train from?

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

Train or bus from Canberra to Parkes?

The best way to get from Canberra to Parkes is to bus which takes 6h 18m and costs $30 - $50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $130 and takes 11h 39m.

Where does the Canberra to Parkes bus arrive?

Canberra to Parkes bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 5.

Where does the Canberra to Parkes train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Canberra to Parkes?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Parkes is 289 km. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Canberra to Parkes.

Where can I stay near Parkes?

There are 33+ hotels available in Parkes.

Canberra to Parkes - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Canberra to Parkes by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St to Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 5bus 781 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 2 to Parkes Station, Coach Stopbus 791
6h 18m
$33–49
Train
1. Take the train from Canberra Station to Central Stationtrain 636 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Parkes Stationtrain 445
11h 39m
$64–124
Drive 289.1 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Parkescar 289.1 km
3h 30m
$52–76

Canberra to Parkes by bus

6Weekly Buses

6h 18mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 370.1 km
Duration: 6h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St to Parkes Station, Coach Stop via Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 2 in around 6h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Canberra Station to Parkes Station via Central Station in around 11h 39m.

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