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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Adelaide is to bus which costs $95 - $250 and takes 23h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Adelaide is to fly which takes 3h 56m and costs $150 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Adelaide?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Adelaide. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at 85 Franklin St via Albury Station/Hume Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Adelaide?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sydney Central Station station and arriving at Adelaide Parklands. Services depart once a week, and operate Wednesday. The journey takes approximately 25h 50m.

How far is it from Sydney to Adelaide?

The distance between Sydney and Adelaide is 1183 km. The road distance is 1349.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Adelaide without a car is to bus which takes 23h 10m and costs $95 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Sydney to Adelaide, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Adelaide bus from?

Sydney to Adelaide bus services, operated by , depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Adelaide train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Sydney to Adelaide?

The best way to get from Sydney to Adelaide is to fly which takes 3h 56m and costs $150 - $400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $250 and takes 23h 10m, you could also train, which costs $390 - $3,700 and takes 25h 50m.

Where does the Sydney to Adelaide bus arrive?

Sydney to Adelaide bus services, operated by , arrive at Albury station.

What is the time difference between Sydney and Adelaide?

Adelaide is 30 min behind Sydney. It is currently 11:16 PM in Sydney and 10:46 PM in Adelaide.

Where does the Sydney to Adelaide train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydney to Adelaide?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Adelaide is 1349 km. It takes approximately 14h 47m to drive from Sydney to Adelaide.

Where can I stay near Adelaide?

There are 1435+ hotels available in Adelaide.

Sydney to Adelaide - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Sydney 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
3h 56m
$153–397
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Albury
2. Take the bus from Albury Station/Hume Hwy to 85 Franklin StCoach
23h 10m
$97–244
Train
1. Take the train from Sydney Central Station to Adelaide ParklandsSyd-Adl 2025 / ...
25h 50m
$400–3,700
Drive 1,349.4 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Adelaide1,349.4 km
14h 47m
$266–384

Sydney to Adelaide by bus

7Weekly Buses

23h 10mAverage Duration

$97Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,182.5 km
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Sydney, 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 bus from Central Station to 85 Franklin St via Albury and Albury Station/Hume Hwy in around 23h 10m.

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