Getting There in Sydney

Getting to Sydney

Buy an Opal card at the airport or any train station on arrival. It works on all trains, buses, ferries and light rail, applies daily and weekly fare caps so you never overpay, and costs significantly less per trip than buying single tickets. The F1 Manly Ferry from Circular Quay Wharf 3 is a public transport service — not a cruise — but delivers 30 minutes of world-class harbour scenery past the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and Heads for a standard Opal fare of around AU$8.39. Australians drive on the left. Seatbelts are mandatory for all occupants, mobile phone use while driving is prohibited and speed cameras are widely deployed. Toll roads around Sydney require an e-tag (available from hi

  • SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport — 20 min drive
  • CBR Canberra Airport — 175 min drive
  • NTL Newcastle Airport — 160 min drive