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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Dandenong is to bus which costs $100 - $104 and takes 13h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Dandenong is to fly and train which takes 4h 22m and costs $150 - $430.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Dandenong?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Dandenong. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Benga Ave/Hemmings St via Sydney Rd/Mahoneys Rd and Springvale Station/Springvale Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Dandenong?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Dandenong station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Yarraman Station via Southern Cross Station and Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 43m.

How far is it from Sydney to Dandenong?

The distance between Sydney and Dandenong is 767 km. The road distance is 883.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Dandenong without a car is to train which takes 11h 43m and costs $70 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Sydney to Dandenong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Dandenong bus from?

Sydney to Dandenong bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Dandenong train from?

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

Train or bus from Sydney to Dandenong?

The best way to get from Sydney to Dandenong is to train which takes 11h 43m and costs $70 - $250. Alternatively, you can bus via Southern Cross Station, which costs $150 - $330 and takes 13h 54m.

Where does the Sydney to Dandenong bus arrive?

Sydney to Dandenong bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Campbellfield station.

Where does the Sydney to Dandenong train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydney to Dandenong?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Dandenong is 883 km. It takes approximately 9h 28m to drive from Sydney to Dandenong.

Where can I stay near Dandenong?

There are 913+ hotels available in Dandenong.

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

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

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Fly to Melbourne Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)SYD - MEL
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Yarraman Station
4h 22m
$152–426
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Cross623 / ...
11h 43m
$73–249
Bus via Southern Cross Station (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Sydney Domestic Airport to Southern Cross Coach TerminalMelbourne
13h 54m
$154–328
Drive 883.1 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Dandenong883.1 km
9h 28m
$173–250
Fly to Avalon Airport, train
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Avalon Airport (AVV)SYD - AVV
2. Take the train from Werribee Station to Flinders Street Station
3. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Yarraman Station
5h 58m
$132–526
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station to CampbellfieldMelbourne
2. Take the bus from Sydney Rd/Mahoneys Rd to Springvale Station/Springvale Rd902
13h 56m
$100–104

Sydney to Dandenong by train

28Weekly Trains

11h 43mAverage Duration

$73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 767.1 km
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Dandenong, 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, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Sydney Domestic Airport to Southern Cross Coach Terminal once daily. Tickets cost $130–300 and the journey takes 11h 40m.

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