What is the cheapest way to get from Chatswood to Lithgow?

The cheapest way to get from Chatswood to Lithgow is to bus via Westfield Parramatta, Argyle St which costs $11 - $17 and takes 4h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chatswood to Lithgow?

The fastest way to get from Chatswood to Lithgow is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Chatswood and Lithgow?

No, there is no direct bus from Chatswood station to Lithgow station. However, there are services departing from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 and arriving at Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Chatswood and Lithgow?

No, there is no direct train from Chatswood station to Lithgow station. However, there are services departing from Chatswood Station and arriving at Lithgow Station via Central Station and Emu Plains Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Chatswood to Lithgow?

The distance between Chatswood and Lithgow is 167 km. The road distance is 131.7 km.

How do I travel from Chatswood to Lithgow without a car?

The best way to get from Chatswood to Lithgow without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs $17 - $29.

How long does it take to get from Chatswood to Lithgow?

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Chatswood to Lithgow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chatswood to Lithgow bus from?

Chatswood to Lithgow bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

Where do I catch the Chatswood to Lithgow train from?

Chatswood to Lithgow train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Chatswood to Lithgow?

The best way to get from Chatswood to Lithgow is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs $17 - $29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $17 - $27 and takes 3h 59m.

Where does the Chatswood to Lithgow bus arrive?

Chatswood to Lithgow bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1.

Where does the Chatswood to Lithgow train arrive?

Chatswood to Lithgow train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Emu Plains Station.

Can I drive from Chatswood to Lithgow?

Yes, the driving distance between Chatswood to Lithgow is 132 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Chatswood to Lithgow.

Where can I stay near Lithgow?

There are 201+ hotels available in Lithgow.

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There are 4 ways to get from Chatswood to Lithgow by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Central Station to Emu Plains Stationtrain Bmt
2. Take the train from Emu Plains Station to Lithgow Stationtrain Bmt
3h 42m
$18–28
Bus via Westfield Parramatta, Argyle St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Westfield Parramatta, Argyle St to Lithgow Station, Railway Pdebus 23Bm / ...
4h 19m
$11–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1bus 2701
3h 59m
$18–26
Drive 131.7 km
1. Drive from Chatswood to Lithgowcar 131.7 km
1h 57m
$24–35

Chatswood to Lithgow by train

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Distance: 167.5 km
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Chatswood, NSW, Australia and Lithgow, NSW, Australia?

You can take a train from Chatswood Station to Lithgow Station via Central Station and Emu Plains Station in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 4 times a week. Tickets cost $14–21 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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