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Transport in Canberra

Different modes of transport in Canberra are trains, buses and express coaches and river ferries. Getting around in Canberra is easier and
convenient with the effective transportation system in Canberra. City taxis and hired cars offer ample opportunity to explore the incredible tourist attractions of the capital city.

NSW Countrylink runs frequent train services from other cities to the Canberra railway station. The train services from Sydney to Canberra are twice a day. The train route takes the travelers through the scenic beauty of the Molongolo Gorge. The journey in these trains are pleasant comfortable and convenient. Countrylink also runs daily buses to and from Eden via Bega and Cooma.

Murrays Coaches, Greyhound Pioneer and ACTION buses are the popular bus services in Canberra. Murray's Coaches operate bus service from Sydney to Canberra five times a day. ACTION or Australian Capital Territory Omnibus Network, plies through majority of Canberra. Tickets can be booked well in advance. The Transborder Coach Express maintains a fleet of 5 star luxury coaches. It is one of the oldest companies offering passenger transport in Canberra. Car rentals in Canberra Australia are also very common among the tourists.

The most relaxing way to see Canberra landmarks is on the slow, gentle cruise of a ferry. Canberra Ferry Services takes the tourist past ecstatic landmarks like the National Library, National Gallery and Commonwealth. Ferry cruise is an opportunity to see the bright capital city a little far from the shore. Indoor and outdoor seating arrangements are available and interesting refreshments are available on board.

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