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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Canberra is to train which costs $29 - $55 and takes 4h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Canberra is to fly which takes 2h 54m and costs $230 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Canberra?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Central Station station and arriving at Canberra. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Canberra?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Central Station station and arriving at Canberra Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Sydney to Canberra?

The distance between Sydney and Canberra is 282 km. The road distance is 282.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Canberra without a car is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs $50 - $95.

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

The bus from Central Station to Canberra takes 3h 30m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Canberra bus from?

Sydney to Canberra bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Canberra train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Sydney to Canberra?

The best way to get from Sydney to Canberra is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs $50 - $95. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $29 - $55 and takes 4h 9m, you could also fly, which costs $230 - $550 and takes 2h 54m.

Where does the Sydney to Canberra bus arrive?

Sydney to Canberra bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, arrive at Canberra station.

Where does the Sydney to Canberra train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydney to Canberra?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Canberra is 282 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Sydney to Canberra.

How do I get a bus ticket from Sydney to Canberra?

Book your Sydney to Canberra bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Canberra?

There are 879+ hotels available in Canberra.

Sydney to Canberra - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Sydney 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
3h 30m
$50–95
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Canberra Stationtrain 631 / ...
4h 9m
$29–55
Drive 282.2 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Canberracar 282.2 km
3h 10m
$54–78
Fly
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)plane SYD - CBR
2h 54m
$230–508
Bus via Sydney International Airport (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Sydney International Airport to Canberrabus Melbourne
4h 23m
$63–117

Sydney to Canberra by bus

189Weekly Buses

3h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 282.1 km
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Sydney, 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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