How to Book Train Travel From Canberra to Sydney
Sydney, the capital of New South Wales, is considered to be one of Australia's most culturally diverse cities and is an important commercial center. Picturesque countrysides, sandy beaches and coastal vistas also make Sydney a popular tourist attraction. Train travel from Canberra to Sydney is just as tranquil.
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Instructions
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Book Your Train Travel From Canberra to Sydney
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Book reservations by calling CountryLink at 011 (+61) 132 232. Keep the time difference in mind when placing your call. You may wish to book tickets online at the CountryLink Web site instead (see Resources below).
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Visit the CountryLink Web site to view timetables for trains leaving the Canberra train station, located on Wentworth Avenue in Kingston, and destined for the Sydney Central Station. Routes 632 and 636 provide direct, non-stop service.
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Select the appropriate date of departure and train route to book your train travel reservations online, making comparisons between routes as appropriate. Any potential delays specific to each route will be displayed at this point.
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Continue to book your train travel online by selecting your route and travel class and confirming the details when prompted. Expect mid-range prices on fares.
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Check your email after you book your train travel and before you leave the CountryLink Web site. This email should be checked for accuracy, and any changes should be made right away.
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Keep the confirmation email in a safe place, since it not only serves as your receipt, but also as your actual train ticket. You will need to print it and bring it with you to the Canberra train station.
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Locate bus stops for the CityRail, which can be found near the Eddy Avenue exit and on the platforms accessible via the underground walkway at Sydney Central Station.
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Hop on the Monorail, which loops around the central business district of Sydney.
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Head for the Sydney Light Rail platforms located near the stairs and escalators at Sydney Central Station.
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Stop by the visitor center at Sydney Central Station for street maps and information about nearby attractions. The station is very near the retail areas of Haymarket and is also close to several hotels.
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Tips & Warnings
All phone numbers include the United States international prefix "011." When calling internationally from outside the United States, check which prefix to use. All country codes are within parentheses and begin with a "+" sign.
Book online for Internet-only discounts. Spend a few minutes on the CountryLink Web site before booking your train reservations to look for special promotions or fare discounts that may apply to your travel plans.
Alert anyone picking you up at Sydney Central Station that car parking is limited to 2 hours.
Bankcard is no longer accepted on this railway service as of January 2007.
