City in New South Wales, Australia
Internet in Sydney: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Sydney?
Median fixed broadband in Australia is 174 Mbps and mobile is 121 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Free wifi is common but patchy; many cafés limit laptops at peak hours. Coworking spaces are reliable.
Getting online in Sydney
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | NBN fibre or fixed wireless from Telstra, Optus and others; 100–1000 Mbps plans cost about A$70–110 a month. |
| Cafés and coworking | Free wifi is common but patchy; many cafés limit laptops at peak hours. Coworking spaces are reliable. |
| Tourist SIM | Prepaid SIMs from airports, supermarkets and post offices, about A$30–50 for 28 days; passport ID check at activation. Telstra covers the outback best. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Telstra, Optus, Vodafone |
| Monthly data plan | A$30–50 ($21–35) |
Coworking spaces in Sydney
Spaces we checked are open in 2026. Prices change; confirm on their sites.
| Space | Area | Day pass |
|---|---|---|
| Fishburners | Ultimo | — |
| Hub Australia | CBD and North Sydney | — |
Internet speeds in Oceania
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
| Country | Fixed | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | 215 Mbps | 145 Mbps |
| Australia | 174 Mbps | 121 Mbps |
| Papua New Guinea | 68 Mbps | — |
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Sydney?
Median fixed broadband in Australia is 174 Mbps and mobile is 121 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Free wifi is common but patchy; many cafés limit laptops at peak hours. Coworking spaces are reliable.
Which SIM card should I get in Sydney?
Prepaid SIMs from airports, supermarkets and post offices, about A$30–50 for 28 days; passport ID check at activation. Telstra covers the outback best.
Can I use an eSIM in Australia?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
Are there coworking spaces in Sydney?
Yes: Fishburners, Hub Australia.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Australia
- Telstra
- Optus
- Vodafone
- Transport for NSW
- Sydney Airport
- Destination NSW (Sydney)
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.