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

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Perth is to fly which costs $400 - $950 and takes 6h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Perth is to fly which takes 6h 21m and costs $400 - $950.

How far is it from Canberra to Perth?

The distance between Canberra and Perth is 3107 km. The road distance is 3598.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Canberra to Perth without a car is to bus and train which takes 3 days 6h and costs $900 - $9,500.

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

It takes approximately 6h 21m to get from Canberra to Perth, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Canberra and Perth?

Perth is 3h behind Canberra. It is currently 3:48 PM in Canberra and 12:48 PM in Perth.

Can I drive from Canberra to Perth?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Perth is 3599 km. It takes approximately 38h 14m to drive from Canberra to Perth.

Where can I stay near Perth?

There are 1487+ hotels available in Perth.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Canberra to Perth by plane, 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.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Perth Airport (PER)plane CBR - PER
6h 21m
$407–911
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Central Stationbus
2. Take the train from Sydney Central Station to Perthtrain Syd-Per 2026
3d 6h
$901–9,094
Drive 3,598.8 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Perthcar 3,598.8 km
38h 14m
$684–988

Canberra to Perth by bus and train

1Weekly Services

3d 6hAverage Duration

$901Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 3,106.8 km
Duration: 6h 21m

What companies run services between Canberra, ACT, Australia and Perth, WA, Australia?

Qantas and Virgin Australia fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Perth Airport (PER) every 2 hours.

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