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

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Parramatta is to train which costs $30 - $60 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Parramatta is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct train between Canberra and Parramatta?

No, there is no direct train from Canberra station to Parramatta station. However, there are services departing from Canberra Station and arriving at Parramatta Station via Campbelltown Station and Glenfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Canberra to Parramatta?

The distance between Canberra and Parramatta is 306 km. The road distance is 265.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Canberra to Parramatta without a car is to bus which takes 3h 57m and costs $50 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Canberra to Parramatta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Parramatta train from?

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

Train or bus from Canberra to Parramatta?

The best way to get from Canberra to Parramatta is to bus which takes 3h 57m and costs $50 - $110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $60 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Canberra to Parramatta train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Canberra to Parramatta?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Parramatta is 266 km. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Canberra to Parramatta.

Where can I stay near Parramatta?

There are 4140+ hotels available in Parramatta.

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

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

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 Central Station
3h 57m
$55–102
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Canberra Station to Campbelltown Station632 / ...
4h 35m
$30–59
Drive 265.7 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Parramatta265.7 km
2h 51m
$51–73
Fly from Canberra International Airport, train
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)CBR - SYD
2. Take the train from Central Station to Parramatta Station
3h
$234–496
Bus via Burwood Station, Burwood Rd, Stand E (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney International AirportSydney
4h 19m
$56–102
Bus to Moruya Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Moruya Airport
2. Fly from Moruya Airport (MYA) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)MYA - SYD
6h 9m
$241–464

Canberra to Parramatta by bus and train

189Weekly Services

3h 57mAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 305.7 km
Duration: 3h 57m

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

Murrays Coaches operates a bus from Canberra to Central Station hourly. Tickets cost $55–80 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink operates a train from Canberra Station to Campbelltown Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $26–50 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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