Sydney

Travel to Sydney

You can fly to Sydney from over 30 locations all over the UK with most airlines offering a direct flight to Kingsford Smith Airport in the south of the city. Plenty of tickets are up for grabs a long time in advance, which can mean great deals if you're quick, or you might be able to pick up a cheap last-minute deal if you can be flexible on your holiday dates.
Sydney Airport website

On arrival in Sydney

The airport is located eight km from the centre of town and there are plenty of options for reaching your Sydney hotel. Trains and buses are easy to connect to and can take you all over the city, although most of the buses do need to be pre-booked so check in advance. Car hire in Sydney is a great option if you're planning on seeing the surrounding area, and taxis and private shuttle buses are also available if you're after a bit more freedom, although these can be expensive and you'll be expected to pay toll fees on top. Some hotels offer complimentary pick-up and drop-off so be sure to check before you arrive!

Getting around Sydney

Sydney city centre has a comprehensive public transport system including buses, trains, trams and ferries, as well as a monorail. The ticketing can be confusing as each mode of transport operates differently so be sure you know what you're after. Further out of the centre the public transport is much less frequent, and late at night you may find that a taxi is the only option. If you hire a car in Sydney it's easy to drive around the city outside of rush hours, but parking is costly and note many of the roads have a toll charge.
Sydney public transport website

Travelling further afield

Internal flights to all the state capitals leave regularly from the domestic terminal of the airport, which is the fastest way to see more of Australia. If you'd rather use ground transport, coach travel is generally cheaper and more frequent, with plenty of destinations to choose from, although it's best to book in advance. Trains run to various destinations but train speeds are not fast and the journey time is often comparable with driving. Roads are generally good if you choose to go it alone, but the distances are vast so be prepared for long journeys or agree to share with someone.