NewFutureAhoy Posted May 13, 2014 Report Share Posted May 13, 2014 Hi allOur flights are booked! Arrive in Sydney on 5 June. We will then take the train from Sydney to Canberra. Does anyone know how we can book the train? Or where we can find out more information about what times, exactly from where to where the trains are etc? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willa Posted May 13, 2014 Report Share Posted May 13, 2014 (edited) You can try on this link http://www.nswtrainlink.info/or this linkhttp://www.railmaps.com.au/journey_results.php?Origin=Canberra Edited May 13, 2014 by Willa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ericadslv Posted May 13, 2014 Report Share Posted May 13, 2014 This is great - I think we will do the same. Great experience for the kids. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IamInACT Posted May 13, 2014 Report Share Posted May 13, 2014 mmmm .... not sure about catching the train atleast not at this stage of your adventure.... I would suggest the bus. Murrays bus leaves from the airport and is very well priced.Murrays arrives in the middle of Canberra at the Novatel Hotel. http://www.murrays.com.au/ExpressTimetable.aspx?RouteCode=1 There will be no direct train from the airport to Canberra and arrives in Kingston.Just my thoughts .... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heymanse Posted May 14, 2014 Report Share Posted May 14, 2014 I agree with IaminACT. You might be better off taking the Murrays Coaches - it is a 3 hour direct trip whereas the train is a 4 hour trip and you have to go via Central station. Also, just did a quick check on train times and the following alert came up on the NSW TrainLink website for the date of your arrival :"Due to track maintenance being carried out by Sydney Trains between Turella,Liverpool and Campbelltown, this service is replaced by a road coach service for the entire journey. For wheelchair bookings please contact 132232" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewFutureAhoy Posted May 14, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 14, 2014 I think we have officially decided on the bus. Hubby is very sad, he was really looking forward to the train trip, but I told him we have the rest our lives to do it. I am just very concerned about getting stuck at customs and missing the bus. Must we book the tickets before hand? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IamInACT Posted May 14, 2014 Report Share Posted May 14, 2014 customs should not take you too long. Maybe book on 1h30m after your flight arrives .... just a thought..With regards to the bussPassengers travelling to & from the Sydney International Airport should ensure that they have allowed time for traffic and flight delays. Whilst every effort is made to maintain the timetabled service, no responsibility will be taken for inconvenience due to delayed service for any additional cost or expense that may be incurred by you as a result of scheduling changes, SYDNEY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Bookings are essential for Sydney International Airport pick up and drop offs as Murrays will only stop to pick up and drop off passengers where a booking has been made. We recommend passengers be at scheduled stop and check in luggage with driver 10 minutes prior to departure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bronwyn&Co Posted May 14, 2014 Report Share Posted May 14, 2014 I don't know anything about the trip between Sydney & Canberra but I would leave a good long time (like an afternoon) for customs, myself. Delays can happen anywhere. Sometimes you sit in Jhb on the tarmac for an hour before they take off. Sometimes you circle Sydney for half an hour due to bad weather. Sometimes you just need some time to get all your bags and brush your hair, and calm down.Me, I'd allow minimum 3 hours and be nice and relaxed. ? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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