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By car (1 370 km)
14 h 40 min
1370 km.
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Rideshare
14 h 40 min
1370 km.
from $17.87
Bus
22 h 25 min
1162 km.
from $121.33

Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$445.65

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$445.65

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Sydney Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$434.78

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:
$36.96–$50.00

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Albury
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$52.17–$119.57

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:
$8.15–$40.22

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:
$652.17–$2,391.30

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Adelaide is to bus which costs $44.57 - $152.17 and takes 22h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Adelaide is to fly which takes 4h 1m and costs $81.52 - $282.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Adelaide?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Adelaide. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at 85 Franklin St via Albury Station/Hume Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Adelaide?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sydney Central Station station and arriving at Adelaide Parklands. Services depart once a week, and operate Wednesday. The journey takes approximately 25h 50m.

How far is it from Sydney to Adelaide?

The distance between Sydney and Adelaide is 1183 km. The road distance is 1371.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Adelaide without a car is to bus which takes 22h 25m and costs $44.57 - $152.17 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Sydney to Adelaide, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Adelaide bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sydney to Adelaide train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Sydney to Adelaide?

The best way to get from Sydney to Adelaide is to fly which takes 4h 1m and costs $81.52 - $282.61 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $44.57 - $152.17 and takes 22h 25m, you could also train, which costs $652.17 - $2391.30 and takes 25h 50m.

Where does the Sydney to Adelaide bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Sydney and Adelaide?

Adelaide is 30 min behind Sydney. It is currently 06:07 in Sydney and 05:37 in Adelaide.

Where does the Sydney to Adelaide train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydney to Adelaide?

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

Where can I stay near Adelaide?

There are 1089+ hotels available in Adelaide. Prices start at $56.07 per night.
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