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

The cheapest way to get from Cessnock to Katoomba is to bus and train which costs $20 - $30 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cessnock to Katoomba is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct train between Cessnock and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct train from Cessnock station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Maitland Station and arriving at Katoomba Station via Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Cessnock to Katoomba?

The distance between Cessnock and Katoomba is 262 km. The road distance is 223.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cessnock to Katoomba without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 10m and costs $20 - $30.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Cessnock to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cessnock to Katoomba train from?

Cessnock to Katoomba train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Maitland Station.

Where does the Cessnock to Katoomba train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cessnock to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Cessnock to Katoomba is 224 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Cessnock to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 506+ hotels available in Katoomba.

Cessnock to Katoomba - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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1. Take the bus from Cessnock City Library, Vincent St to Morisset Station, Stand Cbus 163
2. Take the train from Morisset Station to Strathfield Stationtrain Ccn
3. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
5h 10m
$21–30
Bus, train via Blacktown
1. Take the bus from Cessnock City Library, Vincent St to Morisset Station, Stand Cbus 163
2. Take the bus from Morisset Station, Stand A to George St Opp Hornsby Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Hornsby Station, Stand A to Macquarie Centre, Stand Ebus 575
4. Take the train from Blacktown Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
6h 13m
$30–45
Drive 223.6 km
1. Drive from Cessnock to Katoombacar 223.6 km
2h 45m
$41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Maitland Station to Strathfield Stationtrain 36 / ...
2. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
6h 17m
$28–166

Cessnock to Katoomba by bus and train

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5h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 262.1 km
Duration: 5h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Cessnock City Library, Vincent St to Katoomba Station via Maitland Station, Railway St, Maitland Station, and Strathfield Station in around 6h 17m.

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