What is the cheapest way to get from Central Coast to Katoomba?

The cheapest way to get from Central Coast to Katoomba is to bus and train which costs $18 - $27 and takes 4h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Central Coast to Katoomba?

The fastest way to get from Central Coast to Katoomba is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Central Coast and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Central Coast to Katoomba. However, there are services departing from 1396 Wisemans Ferry Rd and arriving at Katoomba via Gosford Station, Stand G, Hornsby Station, Stand C and Strathfield Station, Everton Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Central Coast to Katoomba?

The distance between Central Coast and Katoomba is 194 km. The road distance is 150.6 km.

How do I travel from Central Coast to Katoomba without a car?

The best way to get from Central Coast to Katoomba without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 11m and costs $18 - $27.

How long does it take to get from Central Coast to Katoomba?

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Central Coast to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Central Coast to Katoomba bus from?

Central Coast to Katoomba bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Gosford Station, Stand G.

Where does the Central Coast to Katoomba bus arrive?

Central Coast to Katoomba bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at George St Opp Hornsby Station.

Can I drive from Central Coast to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Central Coast to Katoomba is 151 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Central Coast to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 506+ hotels available in Katoomba.

Central Coast to Katoomba - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Central Coast to Katoomba by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
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1. Take the bus from 1396 Wisemans Ferry Rd to Gosford Station, Stand Nbus 32
2. Take the train from Gosford Station to Strathfield Stationtrain Ccn
3. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
4h 11m
$19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gosford Station, Stand G to George St Opp Hornsby Stationbus 61Cn
2. Take the bus from Strathfield Station, Everton Rd to Katoombabus
5h 39m
$45–70
Drive 150.6 km
1. Drive from Central Coast to Katoombacar 150.6 km
1h 54m
$28–40

Central Coast to Katoomba by bus and train

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4h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 193.7 km
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Central Coast, NSW, Australia and Katoomba, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from 1396 Wisemans Ferry Rd to Katoomba via Gosford Station, Stand N, Gosford Station, Stand G, George St Opp Hornsby Station, Hornsby Station, Stand C, and Strathfield Station, Everton Rd in around 5h 39m.

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