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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Cairnlea is to bus via Sunshine Station/Dickson St which costs $65 - $95 and takes 13h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Cairnlea is to fly and train which takes 4h 13m and costs $150 - $450.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Cairnlea?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Cairnlea. However, there are services departing from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 and arriving at Cairnlea Dr/Ballarat Rd via Lonsdale St/Spencer St and Sunshine Station/Dickson St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Cairnlea?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Cairnlea station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at St Albans Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 33m.

How far is it from Sydney to Cairnlea?

The distance between Sydney and Cairnlea is 757 km. The road distance is 860.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Cairnlea without a car is to train which takes 11h 33m and costs $70 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Sydney to Cairnlea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Cairnlea bus from?

Sydney to Cairnlea bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Cairnlea train from?

Sydney to Cairnlea train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Sydney to Cairnlea?

The best way to get from Sydney to Cairnlea is to train which takes 11h 33m and costs $70 - $250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $300 and takes 12h 34m.

Where does the Sydney to Cairnlea bus arrive?

Sydney to Cairnlea bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St station.

Where does the Sydney to Cairnlea train arrive?

Sydney to Cairnlea train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Cairnlea?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Cairnlea is 861 km. It takes approximately 8h 57m to drive from Sydney to Cairnlea.

Where can I stay near Cairnlea?

There are 4554+ hotels available in Cairnlea.

Sydney to Cairnlea - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Sydney to Cairnlea by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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

Fly to Melbourne Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)SYD - MEL
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Deer Park Station
4h 13m
$157–444
Bus via Sunshine Station/Dickson St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St6107 / ...
13h 25m
$67–92
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Cross623 / ...
11h 33m
$73–249
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach TerminalMelbourne
12h 34m
$106–291
Drive 860.6 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Cairnlea860.6 km
8h 57m
$169–244
Fly to Avalon Airport, line 180 bus
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Avalon Airport (AVV)SYD - AVV
2. Take the bus from Werribee Station/Manly St to Tarneit Station
5h 29m
$142–539

Sydney to Cairnlea by train

27Weekly Trains

11h 33mAverage Duration

$73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 757.1 km
Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Cairnlea, VIC, Australia?

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Central Station to Southern Cross 4 times a day. Tickets cost $65–250 and the journey takes 10h 50m. Alternatively, Firefly Express operates a bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 11h 10m. Greyhound Australia also services this route once daily.

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