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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Sunshine is to bus via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St which costs $65 - $95 and takes 12h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Sunshine is to fly and train which takes 4h 4m and costs $150 - $440.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Sunshine?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Sunshine. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Whitty St/Monash St via Lonsdale St/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Sunshine?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Sunshine station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Sunshine Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 25m.

How far is it from Sydney to Sunshine?

The distance between Sydney and Sunshine is 750 km. The road distance is 860.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Sunshine without a car is to train which takes 11h 25m and costs $70 - $250.

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

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

Where do I catch the Sydney to Sunshine bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sydney to Sunshine train from?

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

Train or bus from Sydney to Sunshine?

The best way to get from Sydney to Sunshine is to train which takes 11h 25m and costs $70 - $250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 8m.

Where does the Sydney to Sunshine bus arrive?

Sydney to Sunshine bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where does the Sydney to Sunshine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydney to Sunshine?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Sunshine is 860 km. It takes approximately 8h 58m to drive from Sydney to Sunshine.

Where can I stay near Sunshine?

There are 4723+ hotels available in Sunshine.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Sydney to Sunshine by plane, train, bus, 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 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 Sunshine Station
4h 4m
$152–436
Bus via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St6107 / ...
12h 58m
$67–92
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Cross623 / ...
11h 25m
$73–249
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St
12h 8m
Drive 860.5 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Sunshine860.5 km
8h 58m
$170–245
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 Footscray Station
3. Take the train from Footscray Station to Sunshine Station
5h 19m
$132–526

Sydney to Sunshine by train

27Weekly Trains

11h 25mAverage Duration

$73Cheapest Price

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What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Sunshine, 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, FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St twice daily, and the journey takes 11h 20m.

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