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

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Katoomba is to train which costs $90 - $260 and takes 16h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brisbane to Katoomba is to fly and train which takes 6h 5m and costs $120 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Brisbane and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Brisbane to Katoomba. However, there are services departing from Brisbane and arriving at Katoomba via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Brisbane and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct train from Brisbane station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Roma Street Station and arriving at Katoomba Station via Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 9m.

How far is it from Brisbane to Katoomba?

The distance between Brisbane and Katoomba is 885 km. The road distance is 978.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Brisbane to Katoomba without a car is to train which takes 16h 9m and costs $90 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Brisbane to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brisbane to Katoomba bus from?

Brisbane to Katoomba bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Brisbane station.

Where do I catch the Brisbane to Katoomba train from?

Brisbane to Katoomba train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Roma Street Station.

Train or bus from Brisbane to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Brisbane to Katoomba is to train which takes 16h 9m and costs $90 - $260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $180 - $400 and takes 21h 10m.

Where does the Brisbane to Katoomba bus arrive?

Brisbane to Katoomba bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Brisbane and Katoomba?

Katoomba is 1h ahead of Brisbane. It is currently 1:33 AM in Brisbane and 2:33 AM in Katoomba.

Where does the Brisbane to Katoomba train arrive?

Brisbane to Katoomba train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Strathfield Station.

Can I drive from Brisbane to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane to Katoomba is 979 km. It takes approximately 10h 33m to drive from Brisbane to Katoomba.

How do I get a train ticket from Brisbane to Katoomba?

Book your Brisbane to Katoomba train tickets online with 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 504+ hotels available in Katoomba.

Brisbane to Katoomba - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Brisbane to Katoomba by plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Brisbane Airport to Sydney International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane BNE - SYD
2. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Stationtrain
6h 5m
$128–490
Train to Gold Coast Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from South Brisbane station, platform 1 to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2train
2. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane OOL - SYD
3. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Stationtrain
7h 37m
$90–422
Train
1. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Strathfield Stationtrain 32
2. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
16h 9m
$91–253
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central Stationbus Pm11
2. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
20h 26m
$147–203
Drive 978.8 km
1. Drive from Brisbane to Katoombacar 978.8 km
10h 33m
$211–304
Fly Brisbane Airport to Newcastle Airport, train
1. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)plane BNE - NTL
2. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Strathfield Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Stationtrain
8h 23m
$129–406
Train to Sunshine Coast Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Central station, platform 6 to Landsborough station, platform 1train
2. Fly from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MCY - SYD
3. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Stationtrain
8h 50m
$112–426
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central Stationbus Sydney
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Katoombabus
21h 10m
$182–393

Brisbane to Katoomba by train

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16h 9mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Brisbane to Katoomba.

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Distance: 884.6 km
Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Brisbane, QLD, Australia and Katoomba, NSW, Australia?

You can take a train from Roma Street Station to Katoomba Station via Strathfield Station in around 16h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brisbane to Katoomba via Central Station in around 21h 10m.

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