NSW TrainLink XPT NT1 runs from Sydney Central to Melbourne Southern Cross via the Southern Highlands and Albury. Covering 963 km in approximately 11 hours, the XPT (Express Passenger Train) fleet — based on British HST technology — has served this intercapital route since 1982. Night and daytime services run daily.
| # | Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sydney Central Sydney | Start | 07:23 |
| 2 | Campbelltown Campbelltown | 08:32 | 08:34 |
| 3 | Goulburn Goulburn | 10:04 | 10:06 |
| 4 | Canberra Canberra | 11:40 | 11:50 |
| 5 | Albury Albury | 15:14 | 15:19 |
| 6 | Melbourne Southern Cross Melbourne | 19:34 | End |
Timetable data is sourced from official Australia railways records and may vary due to delays or seasonal changes. Always verify with the official operator before travelling.
NSW TrainLink XPT NT1 runs from Sydney Central to Melbourne Southern Cross via the Southern Highlands and Albury. Covering 963 km in approximately 11 hours, the XPT (Express Passenger Train) fleet — based on British HST technology — has served this intercapital route since 1982. Night and daytime services run daily.
The train runs on every day of the week. The full route covers 6 stops with a total journey time of approximately 12h 11m.
Available travel classes include Economy, Business. Fares start from AUD 89 for Economy.
Book XPT Sydney–Melbourne tickets at journeybeyondrail.com.au, the official Journey Beyond portal. Online booking opens 30 to 120 days before departure depending on the operator. Book in advance for the best seat selection and lowest available fares.
Passengers are advised to arrive at the station at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time to locate the correct platform and coach.
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Book XPT Sydney–Melbourne tickets at journeybeyondrail.com.au, the official Journey Beyond portal. Compare fares and seat availability before booking. Online booking typically opens 30 to 90 days before departure.
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Visit Journey BeyondXPT Sydney–Melbourne departs at 07:23 and arrives at the final destination at 19:34. Total journey time is approximately 12h 11m. Always verify current timings with Journey Beyond before travelling.
XPT Sydney–Melbourne fares start from approximately 89 (economy class). Book at journeybeyondrail.com.au for the latest prices.
Book XPT Sydney–Melbourne tickets at journeybeyondrail.com.au, the official Journey Beyond booking portal. Tickets are also available at station booking offices. Book in advance for popular routes and holiday periods.
XPT Sydney–Melbourne makes 6 stops. The route starts at Sydney Central and ends at Melbourne Southern Cross. Major intermediate stops include Campbelltown, Goulburn, Canberra, Albury.
Check the running days shown in the hero section on this page. Some routes run daily, others run on selected days only. Always verify the current running schedule on the Journey Beyond website or app before booking.
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