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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Warrnambool is to train which costs $70 - $260 and takes 15h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Warrnambool is to fly and shuttle and train which takes 7h 32m and costs $170 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Warrnambool?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Warrnambool station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Warrnambool Station/Merri St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Ballarat Station/Lydiard St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Warrnambool?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Warrnambool station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Warrnambool Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 17m.

How far is it from Sydney to Warrnambool?

The distance between Sydney and Warrnambool is 994 km. The road distance is 1106.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Warrnambool without a car is to train which takes 15h 17m and costs $70 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 7h 32m to get from Sydney to Warrnambool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Warrnambool bus from?

Sydney to Warrnambool bus services, operated by , depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Warrnambool train from?

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

Train or bus from Sydney to Warrnambool?

The best way to get from Sydney to Warrnambool is to train which takes 15h 17m and costs $70 - $260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 17h 57m.

Where does the Sydney to Warrnambool bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sydney to Warrnambool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydney to Warrnambool?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Warrnambool is 1107 km. It takes approximately 11h 46m to drive from Sydney to Warrnambool.

Where can I stay near Warrnambool?

There are 376+ hotels available in Warrnambool.

Sydney to Warrnambool - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, shuttle, bus

There are 9 ways to get from Sydney to Warrnambool by plane, shuttle, 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 Sydney International Airport to Melbourne Airport, shuttle, train
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)SYD - MEL
2. Take a shuttle bus from Melbourne Airport to Geelong station
3. Take the train from Geelong Station to Warrnambool Station
7h 32m
$174–462
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Cross623 / ...
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Warrnambool StationGeelong
15h 17m
$75–254
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach TerminalMelbourne
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Warrnambool StationGeelong
15h 37m
$103–291
Drive 1,106.7 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Warrnambool1,106.7 km
11h 46m
$216–312
Fly Sydney International Airport to Mount Gambier Airport, bus
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Mount Gambier Airport (MGB)SYD - MGB
2. Take the bus from Tourist Information Centre/Jubilee Hwy East to Warrnambool Station/Merri St
9h 2m
$410–917
Fly Sydney International Airport to Avalon Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Avalon Airport (AVV)SYD - AVV
2. Take the bus from Avalon Airport/Outside Terminal to Skybus Coach Terminal
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Warrnambool Station
9h 30m
$134–531
Train to Newcastle Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport, shuttle, train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Station
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)NTL - MEL
3. Take a shuttle bus from Melbourne Airport to Geelong station
4. Take the train from Geelong Station to Warrnambool Station
10h 36m
$159–470
Train to Wollongong, fly to Melbourne Airport, shuttle, train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Albion Park Station
2. Fly from Wollongong (WOL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)WOL - MEL
3. Take a shuttle bus from Melbourne Airport to Geelong station
4. Take the train from Geelong Station to Warrnambool Station
9h 28m
$384–861
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St
3. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Warrnambool Station/Merri St
17h 57m

Sydney to Warrnambool by train

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15h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 993.8 km
Duration: 7h 32m

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

You can take a train from Central Station to Warrnambool Station via Southern Cross Station in around 15h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Central Station to Warrnambool Station/Merri St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Ballarat Station/Lydiard St in around 17h 57m.

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