- Must visit
National Gallery of Australia
The National Gallery of Australia presents major Australian, Indigenous, and international art collections plus a notable sculpture garden.
Cheapest price on Oct 29
$27
Average ticket price on Oct 29
$30
Fastest journey on Oct 29
3 h
Average journey duration on Oct 29
3 h
Buses on Oct 29
27
Distance
247 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sydney to Canberra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sydney to Canberra will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
On Thu, Oct 29, we found 27 buses from Sydney to Canberra, including 27 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 29 the direct buses cover the 247 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
On Thu, Oct 29 the slowest buses will take 3 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusBuses from Sydney to Canberra run on average 24 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 24 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:00, the last at 19:50. The fastest bus covers the 153 miles (247 km) distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 153 miles (247 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 24 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 3:00 AM |
Last bus 7:50 PM |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Sydney to Canberra.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Greyhound Australia | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $30 |
The table below shows live departures for Sydney to Canberra buses for today, Wednesday, October 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 5:00 PM Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station) | 3h20 | 8:20 PM Canberra, Northbourne Ave (Novotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:20 PM Sydney, International Airport | 3h00 | 8:20 PM Canberra, Northbourne Ave (Novotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
GX233 | 5:30 PM Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station) | 3h30 | 9:00 PM Canberra, Northbourne Ave (Novotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station) | 3h45 | 10:45 PM Canberra, Northbourne Ave (Novotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Sydney, International Airport | 3h15 | 10:45 PM Canberra, Northbourne Ave (Novotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station) | 3h30 | 11:30 PM Canberra, Northbourne Ave (Novotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 PM Sydney, International Airport | 3h00 | 11:30 PM Canberra, Northbourne Ave (Novotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station) | 3h40 | 1:40 AM Canberra, Northbourne Ave (Novotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 PM Sydney, Sydney Airport (Terminal 3 Domestic) | 3h20 | 1:40 AM Canberra, Northbourne Ave (Novotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 PM Sydney, International Airport | 3h05 | 1:40 AM Canberra, Northbourne Ave (Novotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 PM Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station) | 3h45 | 3:30 AM Canberra, Northbourne Ave (Novotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, October 29 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:15 AM Sydney, International Airport | 3h15 | 3:30 AM Canberra, Northbourne Ave (Novotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station) | 3h30 | 1:00 PM Canberra, Northbourne Ave (Novotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM Sydney, International Airport | 3h00 | 1:00 PM Canberra, Northbourne Ave (Novotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station) | 3h40 | 2:10 PM Canberra, Northbourne Ave (Novotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 AM Sydney, International Airport | 3h15 | 2:10 PM Canberra, Northbourne Ave (Novotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 AM Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station) | 3h30 | 2:30 PM Canberra, Northbourne Ave (Novotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Sydney, International Airport | 3h00 | 2:30 PM Canberra, Northbourne Ave (Novotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station) | 3h30 | 4:00 PM Canberra, Northbourne Ave (Novotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Sydney, International Airport | 3h00 | 4:00 PM Canberra, Northbourne Ave (Novotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station) | 3h20 | 6:20 PM Canberra, Northbourne Ave (Novotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 PM Sydney, International Airport | 3h00 | 6:20 PM Canberra, Northbourne Ave (Novotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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The National Gallery of Australia presents major Australian, Indigenous, and international art collections plus a notable sculpture garden.
The National Museum of Australia explores the nation’s history, cultures, and stories through engaging permanent and temporary displays.
Questacon is Canberra’s hands-on science centre, popular for interactive exhibits, demonstrations, and family-friendly learning.
Lake Burley Griffin is Canberra’s central landscape for walking, cycling, picnics, and views of key national institutions.
Mount Ainslie Lookout gives classic panoramic views over Canberra, especially at sunrise, sunset, or after a short bush walk.
The Australian National Botanic Gardens showcase native plants, shaded walking trails, and seasonal birdlife near Black Mountain.
A thick pea and ham soup linked to Canberra winters and local stalls, traditionally made with split peas and smoky ham hock for hearty cold-weather comfort.
Slow-cooked lamb shoulder or cutlets reflect Australia’s sheep-farming heritage and are a staple on Canberra menus, often paired with local herbs and vegetables.
Canberra District shiraz is a regional signature, known for cool-climate spice, pepper, and bright acidity shaped by the area’s elevated vineyards.
Popular Braddon eatery known for charcoal chicken, Middle Eastern flavors, salads, and wraps in a lively casual setting.
Refined dining room in Barton serving contemporary dishes with seasonal Australian produce and polished service in an elegant setting.
Bustling pizzeria and Italian venue in Braddon, best known for wood-fired pizzas, pasta, and a relaxed social atmosphere.
Canberra is moderate for Australia. Hotels can be pricey in peak periods, but dining and transit are manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is not expected. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis may be rounded up; cafes usually do not require tips.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sydney to Canberra by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Canberra, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Sydney to Canberra buses use the Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station) to Canberra Airport (Snow Svc) station pair. Use this guide to compare Sydney and Canberra bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station) is 1 km from Sydney city centre. Public transport options include:
Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several eateries are in and around the station.
Free Wi-Fi available at the station. ATMs are aTM machines located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station).
Available at Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station): Station is wheelchair accessible.
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