What is the cheapest way to get from Forbes to Leura?

The cheapest way to get from Forbes to Leura is to bus and train which costs $28 - $40 and takes 5h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Forbes to Leura?

The fastest way to get from Forbes to Leura is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct train between Forbes and Leura?

No, there is no direct train from Forbes station to Leura station. However, there are services departing from Parkes Station and arriving at Leura Station via Katoomba Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from Forbes to Leura?

The distance between Forbes and Leura is 311 km. The road distance is 280.7 km.

How do I travel from Forbes to Leura without a car?

The best way to get from Forbes to Leura without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 19m and costs $28 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Forbes to Leura?

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Forbes to Leura, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forbes to Leura train from?

Forbes to Leura train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Parkes Station.

Where does the Forbes to Leura train arrive?

Forbes to Leura train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Katoomba Station.

Can I drive from Forbes to Leura?

Yes, the driving distance between Forbes to Leura is 281 km. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Forbes to Leura.

Where can I stay near Leura?

There are 512+ hotels available in Leura.

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There are 4 ways to get from Forbes to Leura by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Victoria Park, Harold St to Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1bus 572
2. Take the train from Lithgow Station to Leura Stationtrain Bmt
5h 19m
$28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Parkes Station to Katoomba Stationtrain 446
6h 53m
$38–57
Drive 280.7 km
1. Drive from Forbes to Leuracar 280.7 km
3h 40m
$52–74
Drive, fly, train
1. Drive from Forbes to Orange-Airport-OAGcar
2. Fly from Orange Airport (OAG) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane OAG - SYD
3. Take the train from Central Station to Leura Stationtrain
5h 12m
$213–338

Forbes to Leura by bus and train

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5h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 310.9 km
Duration: 5h 19m

What companies run services between Forbes, NSW, Australia and Leura, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink operates a train from Parkes Station to Katoomba Station twice a week. Tickets cost $26–40 and the journey takes 5h 9m.

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