What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney Opera House to Adelaide?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney Opera House to Adelaide is to bus which costs $95 - $250 and takes 24h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney Opera House to Adelaide?

The fastest way to get from Sydney Opera House to Adelaide is to fly which takes 4h 2m and costs $150 - $420.

Is there a direct train between Sydney Opera House and Adelaide?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney Opera House station to Adelaide. However, there are services departing from Circular Quay Station and arriving at Adelaide Parklands via Sydney Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 8m.

How far is it from Sydney Opera House to Adelaide?

The distance between Sydney Opera House and Adelaide is 1182 km. The road distance is 1351.8 km.

How do I travel from Sydney Opera House to Adelaide without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney Opera House to Adelaide without a car is to bus which takes 24h 28m and costs $95 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Sydney Opera House to Adelaide?

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Sydney Opera House to Adelaide, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney Opera House to Adelaide train from?

Sydney Opera House to Adelaide train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, depart from Sydney Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Sydney Opera House to Adelaide?

The best way to get from Sydney Opera House to Adelaide is to fly which takes 4h 2m and costs $150 - $420. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $250 and takes 24h 28m, you could also train, which costs $390 - $3,700 and takes 27h 8m.

What is the time difference between Sydney Opera House and Adelaide?

Adelaide is 30 min behind Sydney Opera House. It is currently 3:31 PM in Sydney Opera House and 3:01 PM in Adelaide.

Where does the Sydney Opera House to Adelaide train arrive?

Sydney Opera House to Adelaide train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, arrive at Adelaide Parklands station.

Can I drive from Sydney Opera House to Adelaide?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney Opera House to Adelaide is 1352 km. It takes approximately 14h 45m to drive from Sydney Opera House to Adelaide.

Where can I stay near Adelaide?

There are 1477+ hotels available in Adelaide.

Sydney Opera House to Adelaide - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus

There are 4 ways to get from Sydney Opera House to Adelaide by plane, bus (Greyhound), train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)SYD - ADL
4h 2m
$153–417
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Albury
2. Take the bus from Albury Station/Hume Hwy to 85 Franklin StCoach
24h 28m
$96–250
Train
1. Take the train from Sydney Central Station to Adelaide ParklandsSyd-Adl 2025 / ...
27h 8m
$393–3,705
Drive 1,351.8 km
1. Drive from Sydney Opera House to Adelaide1,351.8 km
14h 45m
$258–373

Sydney Opera House to Adelaide by foot, subway, and bus

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24h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,182.1 km
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Sydney Opera House, NSW, Australia and Adelaide, SA, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Adelaide Airport (ADL) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Sydney Opera House to 85 Franklin St via Martin Place Station, Central Station, Central Station, Albury, and Albury Station/Hume Hwy in around 24h 28m.

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