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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Adelaide CBD is to fly which takes 4h 1m and costs $150 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Adelaide CBD?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Adelaide CBD. 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.

How far is it from Sydney to Adelaide CBD?

The distance between Sydney and Adelaide CBD is 1184 km. The road distance is 1348.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Adelaide CBD 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 CBD?

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Sydney to Adelaide CBD, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Adelaide CBD bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Sydney to Adelaide CBD?

The best way to get from Sydney to Adelaide CBD is to fly which takes 4h 1m and costs $150 - $390. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $250 and takes 23h 10m, you could also train, which costs $400 - $3,700 and takes 26h 11m.

Where does the Sydney to Adelaide CBD bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Sydney and Adelaide CBD?

Adelaide CBD is 30 min behind Sydney. It is currently 8:19 AM in Sydney and 7:49 AM in Adelaide CBD.

Can I drive from Sydney to Adelaide CBD?

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

Where can I stay near Adelaide CBD?

There are 1457+ hotels available in Adelaide CBD.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Sydney to Adelaide CBD 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 1m
$153–387
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 / ...
26h 11m
$404–3,695
Drive 1,348.7 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Adelaide CBD1,348.7 km
14h 47m
$262–378

Sydney to Adelaide CBD by bus

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23h 10mAverage Duration

$97Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,183.9 km
Duration: 4h 1m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Adelaide CBD, 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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