What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to The Rocks?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to The Rocks is to drive which costs $2 - $5 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to The Rocks?

The fastest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to The Rocks is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $40 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney Airport (SYD) and The Rocks?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sydney International Airport and arriving at Town Hall, Park St, Stand K. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

Is there a direct train between Sydney Airport (SYD) and The Rocks?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney Airport (SYD) station to The Rocks station. However, there are services departing from International Airport Station and arriving at Circular Quay Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Sydney Airport (SYD) to The Rocks?

The distance between Sydney Airport (SYD) and The Rocks is 11 km. The road distance is 15.6 km.

How do I travel from Sydney Airport (SYD) to The Rocks without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to The Rocks without a car is to train which takes 22 min and costs $21 - $30.

How long does it take to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to The Rocks?

It takes approximately 22 min to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to The Rocks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney Airport (SYD) to The Rocks bus from?

Sydney Airport (SYD) to The Rocks bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Sydney International Airport station.

Where do I catch the Sydney Airport (SYD) to The Rocks train from?

Sydney Airport (SYD) to The Rocks train services, operated by Sydney Trains, depart from International Airport Station.

Train or bus from Sydney Airport (SYD) to The Rocks?

The best way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to The Rocks is to train which takes 22 min and costs $21 - $30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2 - $90 and takes 28 min.

Where does the Sydney Airport (SYD) to The Rocks bus arrive?

Sydney Airport (SYD) to The Rocks bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Town Hall, Park St, Stand K station.

Where does the Sydney Airport (SYD) to The Rocks train arrive?

Sydney Airport (SYD) to The Rocks train services, operated by Sydney Trains, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to The Rocks?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney Airport (SYD) to The Rocks is 16 km. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to The Rocks.

Where can I stay near The Rocks?

There are 4700+ hotels available in The Rocks.

Can I share a ride from Sydney Airport (SYD) to The Rocks?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Sydney Airport (SYD) and The Rocks. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Sydney Airport (SYD) to The Rocks - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to The Rocks by train, bus, taxi, rideshare, car, or tram

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from International Airport Station to Central Stationtrain T8
2. Take the train from Central Station to Circular Quay Stationtrain T2 / ...
22 min
$21–29
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sydney International Airport to Town Hall, Park St, Stand Kbus N20
28 min
$2–90
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sydney Airport (SYD) to The Rockstaxi 15.6 km
16 min
$40–55
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Sydney-SYD to The Rocksrideshare 15.6 km
16 min
$55–75
Drive 15.6 km
1. Drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to The Rockscar 15.6 km
16 min
$3–5
Train, tram
1. Take the train from International Airport Station to Central Stationtrain T8
2. Take the tram from Central Chalmers Street station to Circular Quay stationtram L3 / ...
30 min

Sydney Airport (SYD) to The Rocks by train

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Map of how to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to The Rocks.

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Distance: 11.3 km
Duration: 22 min

What companies run services between Sydney Airport (SYD), Australia and The Rocks, NSW, Australia?

You can take a train from International Airport Station to Circular Quay Station via Central Station in around 22 min. Alternatively, Transport for NSW operates a bus from Sydney International Airport to Town Hall, Park St, Stand K every 3 hours. Tickets cost $2–90 and the journey takes 28 min.

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