Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6 | Canberra | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | SYD Airport - International | Canberra | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6 | Canberra | No tags | ||||
| Bus | SYD Airport - International | Canberra | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sydney Domestic Airport (SYD), T3 | Canberra | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sydney Domestic Airport (SYD), T3 | Canberra | No tags |
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Get from Sydney to Canberra
The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just £32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Sydney and Canberra
Stops in Sydney
- A
SYD Airport - International
International Terminal 1, Centre Rd, Mascot NSW 2020, Australia - B
SYD Airport - Domestic
Domestic Terminal 3, Keith Smith Ave, Mascot NSW 2020, Australia - C
Central Station
1 Eddy Ave, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia
Stops in Canberra
- A
Canberra Civic Coach Stop
Canberra Civic Coach Stop , Cnr London Cct & W Row, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
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Customers have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting punctuality, friendly drivers, comfortable seating, and amenities like Wi-Fi. However, some noted issues such as unclear signage at stops and noise from the coach during travel. Overall satisfaction remains high despite these minor concerns.
Greyhound Australia Sydney Canberra recent customer reviews
Bus was on time, check in was no problem, there were no problems about my luggage and the trip was enjoyable.
Ian L.
Worst experience. There was no bus at the mentioned pickup areas. Checked all of them well in time, there was no bus.
Muhammad Ahsan M.
Aircon all the way to Canberra was totally dissatisfied, sweating whole time in the bus
Arsln S.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Sydney to Canberra
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Sydney to Canberra?
The cheapest coach tickets from Sydney to Canberra start from £32. The average price for this route is around £32. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Sydney to Canberra?
The average bus journey time from Sydney to Canberra is 3h 10m, covering a distance of 150 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Sydney to Canberra route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sydney to Canberra?
The earliest bus departs from Sydney to Canberra at 06:30. And the latest bus departs at 18:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sydney to Canberra?
A bus journey from Sydney to Canberra produces an estimated 6.037025 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Sydney to Canberra was searched and found on 9 Sept 2026 with a price of £31To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sydney to Canberra as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £31 to £35 for a bus ticket from Sydney to Canberra based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £31, which is on 2026-09-09.
