What is the cheapest way to get from Balmain to Katoomba?

The cheapest way to get from Balmain to Katoomba is to train which costs $13 - $21 and takes 2h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balmain to Katoomba?

The fastest way to get from Balmain to Katoomba is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Balmain and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Balmain to Katoomba. However, there are services departing from Darling St At Church St and arriving at Katoomba via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Balmain and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct train from Balmain station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Town Hall Station and arriving at Katoomba Station via Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Balmain to Katoomba?

The distance between Balmain and Katoomba is 117 km. The road distance is 99.4 km.

How do I travel from Balmain to Katoomba without a car?

The best way to get from Balmain to Katoomba without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs $13 - $21.

How long does it take to get from Balmain to Katoomba?

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Balmain to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balmain to Katoomba bus from?

Balmain to Katoomba bus services, operated by Australia Wide Coaches, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Balmain to Katoomba train from?

Balmain to Katoomba train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Strathfield Station.

Train or bus from Balmain to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Balmain to Katoomba is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs $13 - $21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $14 - $55 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Balmain to Katoomba bus arrive?

Balmain to Katoomba bus services, operated by Australia Wide Coaches, arrive at Katoomba station.

Where does the Balmain to Katoomba train arrive?

Balmain to Katoomba train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Katoomba Station.

Can I drive from Balmain to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Balmain to Katoomba is 99 km. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Balmain to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 509+ hotels available in Katoomba.

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Distance: 116.9 km
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Balmain, NSW, Australia and Katoomba, NSW, Australia?

Intercity Trains operates a train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $8–11 and the journey takes 1h 48m. Alternatively, Australia Wide Coaches operates a bus from Central Station to Katoomba 6 times a week. Tickets cost $35–50 and the journey takes 2h 10m. NSW TrainLink also services this route 4 times a week.

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