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

The cheapest way to get from Bowral to Katoomba is to train which costs $18 - $40 and takes 4h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bowral to Katoomba is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Bowral and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Bowral station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Bowral Station, Coach Stop and arriving at Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Bowral and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct train from Bowral station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Bowral Station and arriving at Katoomba Station via Campbelltown Station, Glenfield Station and Blacktown Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Bowral to Katoomba?

The distance between Bowral and Katoomba is 200 km. The road distance is 149.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Bowral to Katoomba without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs $18 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Bowral to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bowral to Katoomba bus from?

Bowral to Katoomba bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Bowral Station, Coach Stop.

Where do I catch the Bowral to Katoomba train from?

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

Train or bus from Bowral to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Bowral to Katoomba is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs $18 - $40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $23 - $35 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Bowral to Katoomba bus arrive?

Bowral to Katoomba bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

Where does the Bowral to Katoomba train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bowral to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Bowral to Katoomba is 149 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Bowral to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 505+ hotels available in Katoomba.

Bowral to Katoomba - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 845 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Bowral to Katoomba by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Bowral Station to Campbelltown Stationtrain Shl
2. Take the train from Glenfield Station to Blacktown Stationtrain T5
3. Take the train from Blacktown Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
4h 7m
$18–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bowral Station, Coach Stop to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1bus 7606 / ...
2. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Plbus 2701
4h 55m
$23–34
Drive 149.1 km
1. Drive from Bowral to Katoombacar 149.1 km
1h 58m
$28–40
Train, line 845 bus
1. Take the train from Bowral Station to Campbelltown Stationtrain Shl
2. Take the bus from Campbelltown Station, Stand C to Western Sydney International Airport, Stand Cbus 845
3. Take the train from Penrith Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
4h 46m
$22–39

Bowral to Katoomba by train

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Distance: 200 km
Duration: 4h 7m

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

You can take a train from Bowral Station to Katoomba Station via Campbelltown Station, Glenfield Station, and Blacktown Station in around 4h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bowral Station, Coach Stop to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 in around 4h 55m.

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