Rome2Rio

How to get fromSydney CBD to Perthby plane, train, or car

Find Transport to Perth

See all options

Sydney CBD to Perth

Rome2Rio compared 4 ways to get from Sydney CBD to Perth. The best route is Fly from Sydney International Airport, a distance of 3290.353 km.

  1. Fly from Sydney International Airport

    best
    1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER)plane plane SYD - PER
    6h 47m
    $292–518

  2. Train

    1. Take the train from Central Station to Perthtrain train Syd-Per 2026
    3d 3h
    $853–10,005

  3. Drive 3,810.2 km

    1. Drive from Sydney CBD to Perthcar car 3,810.2 km
    40h 24m
    $693–1,001

  4. Train to Newcastle Airport, fly

    1. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain train
    2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Perth Airport (PER)plane plane NTL - PER
    10h 23m
    $380–633

Sydney CBD to Perth by subway and train

Calendar1Weekly Services
Duration3d 3hAverage Duration
Ticket$853Cheapest Price
See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Sydney CBD to Perth.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 3,301.5 km
  • Duration: 6h 47m

What companies run services between Sydney CBD, NSW, Australia and Perth, WA, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Perth Airport (PER) hourly. Alternatively, Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific operates a train from Central Station to Perth once a week. Tickets cost $863–10,000 and the journey takes 3d 2h.

Airlines
Train operators

Want to know more about travelling around Australia

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides

More Questions & Answers