How to Book Train Travel From Melbourne to Sydney

Sydney, known internationally as the "Harbour City," is a Pacific coastal city that serves as an important Australian financial center. Sydney is also known for its cultural diversity, unique architecture and lovely beaches.

Book Your Train Travel From Melbourne to Sydney

1 View train schedules and book passage from Melbourne Southern Cross Railway Station to Sydney Central Station at the CountryLink Web site (see Resources below). Train routes 622 and 624 offer direct services. You may also book by calling CountryLink in Australia at 011 (+61) 132 232.

2 Book your train travel online by selecting the appropriate options (such as travel class and number of passengers) and checking fares with the Fare Finder. Make any necessary adjustments before proceeding to the next step. Expect fares to be reasonably priced.

3 Finalize your transaction by verifying all pertinent information on the confirmation page. Proceed if everything looks okay.

4 Check your email after you book your train reservations. CountryLink will send you an email with all of the pertinent information about your train. Print this email and use it as your ticket to board. Keep this printout with you at all times.

5 Call the Group Bookings Reservation Center at 011 (+61) 02 9379 1606 if you are traveling in a group of 10 or more, require wheelchair accessibility, or are traveling under a country pensioner excursion ticket.

Find Your Way Around Sydney

1 Step on the CityRail commuter services to get around Sydney's neighborhoods.

2 Take the monorail to the city's shopping district.

3 Hail a taxi or hop on a minibus from Sydney Central to get to your hotel.