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 4h 1m and costs $140 - $410.

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 26h 25m.

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 4h 1m 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 FlixBus Australia, 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 4h 1m and costs $140 - $410. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $250 and takes 23h 10m, you could also train, which costs $390 - $4,300 and takes 26h 25m.

Where does the Sydney to Adelaide bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Sydney and Adelaide?

Adelaide is 30 min behind Sydney. It is currently 4:03 PM in Sydney and 3:33 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 54m to drive from Sydney to Adelaide.

Where can I stay near Adelaide?

There are 1496+ 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

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)plane SYD - ADL
4h 1m
$143–407
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Alburybus
2. Take the bus from Albury Station/Hume Hwy to 85 Franklin Stbus Coach
23h 10m
$97–244
Train
1. Take the train from Sydney Central Station to Adelaide Parklandstrain Syd-Adl 2026
26h 25m
$400–4,300
Drive 1,349.4 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Adelaidecar 1,349.4 km
14h 54m
$245–353

Sydney to Adelaide by bus

7Weekly Buses

23h 10mAverage Duration

$97Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,182.5 km
Duration: 4h 1m

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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