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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Adelaide to Sydney

Composite routes from Adelaide to Sydney

Cheapest
14 h 39 min
Car
1372 km.
from $75
Fastest
2 h 2 min
Plane
Other
22 h 40 min
1162 km.
from $123.26
23 h 43 min
1162 km.
from $168.26

Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$508.80

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$508.80

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$508.80

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 18m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$47.06–$178.08

Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
sales.enquiries@journeybeyond.com
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/indian-pacific/
Train from Adelaide Parklands to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
28h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,017.59–$4,197.56

Journey Beyond - The Overland

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
sales.enquiries@journeybeyond.com
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/journeys/overland/
Train from Adelaide to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 25m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$76.32–$228.96

Bus operators

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Albury station to Central
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$41.98–$57.24

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Albury station to Central
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$59.78–$139.92

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from 85 Franklin St to Albury
Ave. Duration:
14h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.90–$47.06

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Adelaide to Sydney is to bus which costs $43.48 - $163.04 and takes 22h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Adelaide to Sydney is to fly which takes 3h 27m and costs $81.52 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Adelaide and Sydney?

No, there is no direct bus from Adelaide to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from 85 Franklin St and arriving at Central Station via Albury station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Adelaide and Sydney?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Adelaide Parklands and arriving at Sydney Central Station station. Services depart once a week, and operate Monday and Tuesday. The journey takes approximately 28h 30m.

How far is it from Adelaide to Sydney?

The distance between Adelaide and Sydney is 1178 km. The road distance is 1371.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Adelaide to Sydney without a car is to bus which takes 22h 40m and costs $43.48 - $163.04 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Adelaide to Sydney, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Sydney bus from?

Adelaide to Sydney bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from 85 Franklin St station.

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Sydney train from?

Adelaide to Sydney train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Adelaide station.

Train, bus or fly from Adelaide to Sydney?

The best way to get from Adelaide to Sydney is to fly which takes 3h 27m and costs $81.52 - $271.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $43.48 - $163.04 and takes 22h 40m, you could also train via Melbourne, which costs $103.26 - $347.83 and takes 23h 43m.

Where does the Adelaide to Sydney bus arrive?

Adelaide to Sydney bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Albury Station/Hume Hwy.

What is the time difference between Adelaide and Sydney?

Sydney is 30 min ahead of Adelaide. It is currently 05:39 in Adelaide and 06:09 in Sydney.

Where does the Adelaide to Sydney train arrive?

Adelaide to Sydney train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Adelaide to Sydney?

Yes, the driving distance between Adelaide to Sydney is 1371 km. It takes approximately 14h 39m to drive from Adelaide to Sydney.

Where can I stay near Sydney?

There are 3545+ hotels available in Sydney. Prices start at $74.38 per night.
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