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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Hop on the Monorail, which loops around the central business district of Sydney.
Head for the Sydney Light Rail platforms located near the stairs and escalators at Sydney Central Station.
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.
