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

The cheapest way to get from Warrnambool to Sydney is to train which costs $70 - $270 and takes 15h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Warrnambool to Sydney is to train and shuttle and fly which takes 6h 17m and costs $170 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Warrnambool and Sydney?

No, there is no direct bus from Warrnambool station to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Warrnambool Station/Merri St and arriving at Central Station via Ballarat and Southern Cross Coach Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Warrnambool and Sydney?

No, there is no direct train from Warrnambool station to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Warrnambool Station and arriving at Central Station via Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 24m.

How far is it from Warrnambool to Sydney?

The distance between Warrnambool and Sydney is 988 km. The road distance is 1103.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Warrnambool to Sydney without a car is to train which takes 15h 24m and costs $70 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Warrnambool to Sydney, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Warrnambool to Sydney bus from?

Warrnambool to Sydney bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Warrnambool Station/Merri St.

Where do I catch the Warrnambool to Sydney train from?

Warrnambool to Sydney train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Warrnambool Station.

Train or bus from Warrnambool to Sydney?

The best way to get from Warrnambool to Sydney is to train which takes 15h 24m and costs $70 - $270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $190 - $400 and takes 17h 35m.

Where does the Warrnambool to Sydney bus arrive?

Warrnambool to Sydney bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St.

Where does the Warrnambool to Sydney train arrive?

Warrnambool to Sydney train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Warrnambool to Sydney?

Yes, the driving distance between Warrnambool to Sydney is 1104 km. It takes approximately 11h 47m to drive from Warrnambool to Sydney.

Where can I stay near Sydney?

There are 4470+ hotels available in Sydney.

Warrnambool to Sydney - 8 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, bus

There are 8 ways to get from Warrnambool to Sydney by train, shuttle, plane, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Train, shuttle to Melbourne Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport
best
1. Take the train from Warrnambool Station to Geelong Station
2. Take a shuttle bus from Geelong station to Melbourne Airport
3. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)MEL - SYD
6h 17m
$175–462
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Warrnambool Station to Southern Cross StationGeelong
2. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Station622 / ...
15h 24m
$73–261
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Warrnambool Station to Southern Cross StationGeelong
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Central Station
15h 46m
Drive 1,103.7 km
1. Drive from Warrnambool to Sydney1,103.7 km
11h 47m
$214–309
Bus to Mount Gambier Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport
1. Take the bus from Warrnambool Station/Merri St to Tourist Information Centre/Jubilee Hwy East
2. Fly from Mount Gambier Airport (MGB) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)MGB - SYD
7h 42m
$410–919
Train, bus to Avalon Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport
1. Take the train from Warrnambool Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Take the bus from Skybus Coach Terminal to Avalon Airport/Outside Terminal
3. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)AVV - SYD
8h 12m
$139–552
Train, shuttle to Melbourne Airport, fly to Newcastle Airport
1. Take the train from Warrnambool Station to Geelong Station
2. Take a shuttle bus from Geelong station to Melbourne Airport
3. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)MEL - NTL
4. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Central Station
9h 52m
$160–498
Bus
1. Take the bus from Warrnambool Station/Merri St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St
2. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminal
3. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central Station
17h 35m
$193–399

Warrnambool to Sydney by train

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Distance: 988.3 km
Duration: 6h 17m

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You can take a train from Warrnambool Station to Central Station via Southern Cross in around 15h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Warrnambool Station/Merri St to Central Station via Ballarat and Southern Cross Coach Terminal in around 17h 35m.

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