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28 h 25 min
2770 km.
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By car (2 770 km)
28 h 25 min
2770 km.
from $152
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Bus
43 h 55 min
2028 km.
from $409.37
Train
2 d 5 h 20 min
2028 km.
from $2448.04

Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$353.67–$1,010.48

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Sydney Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$277.88–$1,136.79

Bus operators

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Central Station to Albury
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.95–$58.10

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Albury
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$60.63–$138.94
Bus from Adelaide to Alice
Ave. Duration:
20h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$151.57–$366.30

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Albury Station/Hume Hwy to 85
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.47–$46.73

Train operators

Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/indian-pacific/
Train from Sydney Central Station to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
25h 50m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$757.86–$2,778.82

Journey Beyond - The Ghan

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/the-ghan/
Train from Adelaide Parklands to Alice
Ave. Duration:
26h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$352.14–$710.20

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney to Central Australia?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Central Australia is to bus which costs $173.91 - $467.39 and takes 43h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney to Central Australia?

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Central Australia is to fly which takes 4h 51m and costs $250 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Central Australia?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Central Australia. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Alice Springs via Albury Station/Hume Hwy and Adelaide. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Central Australia?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Central Australia. However, there are services departing from Sydney Central Station and arriving at Alice Springs via Adelaide Parklands. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 5h.

How far is it from Sydney to Central Australia?

The distance between Sydney and Central Australia is 2045 km. The road distance is 2773.6 km.

How do I travel from Sydney to Central Australia without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney to Central Australia without a car is to bus which takes 43h 55m and costs $173.91 - $467.39 .

How long does it take to get from Sydney to Central Australia?

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Sydney to Central Australia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Central Australia bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sydney to Central Australia train from?

Sydney to Central Australia train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, depart from Sydney Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Sydney to Central Australia?

The best way to get from Sydney to Central Australia is to fly which takes 4h 51m and costs $250 - $652.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $173.91 - $467.39 and takes 43h 55m, you could also train, which costs $923.91 - $3043.48 and takes 2 days 5h.

Where does the Sydney to Central Australia bus arrive?

Sydney to Central Australia bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Albury station.

Where does the Sydney to Central Australia train arrive?

Sydney to Central Australia train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, arrive at Adelaide Parklands station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Central Australia?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Central Australia is 2774 km. It takes approximately 28h 25m to drive from Sydney to Central Australia.

Where can I stay near Central Australia?

There are 24+ hotels available in Central Australia. Prices start at $17.43 per night.
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