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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney Opera House to Canberra is to train which costs $30 - $65 and takes 5h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney Opera House to Canberra is to fly which takes 3h 1m and costs $230 - $490.

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

No, there is no direct train from Sydney Opera House station to Canberra station. However, there are services departing from Circular Quay Station and arriving at Canberra Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Sydney Opera House to Canberra?

The distance between Sydney Opera House and Canberra is 286 km. The road distance is 284.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney Opera House to Canberra without a car is to bus which takes 4h 14m and costs $50 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Sydney Opera House to Canberra, including transfers.

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

Sydney Opera House to Canberra train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Central Station.

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

The best way to get from Sydney Opera House to Canberra is to bus which takes 4h 14m and costs $50 - $110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $65 and takes 5h 27m, you could also fly, which costs $230 - $490 and takes 3h 1m.

Where does the Sydney Opera House to Canberra train arrive?

Sydney Opera House to Canberra train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Canberra Station.

Can I drive from Sydney Opera House to Canberra?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney Opera House to Canberra is 285 km. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Sydney Opera House to Canberra.

Where can I stay near Canberra?

There are 880+ hotels available in Canberra.

Sydney Opera House to Canberra - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 5 ways to get from Sydney Opera House to Canberra by bus (Greyhound), train, car, or plane

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 Central Station to Canberrabus
4h 14m
$53–102
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Canberra Stationtrain 631 / ...
5h 27m
$32–62
Drive 284.7 km
1. Drive from Sydney Opera House to Canberracar 284.7 km
3h 8m
$53–77
Fly
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)plane SYD - CBR
3h 1m
$230–488
Bus via Sydney International Airport (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Sydney International Airport to Canberrabus Melbourne
4h 30m
$63–117

Sydney Opera House to Canberra by foot, train, and bus

189Weekly Services

4h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 286.1 km
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Sydney Opera House, NSW, Australia and Canberra, ACT, Australia?

Murrays Coaches operates a bus from Central Station to Canberra 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 Central Station to Canberra Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $29–55 and the journey takes 4h 9m.

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