What is the cheapest way to get from Gulgong to Parkes?

The cheapest way to get from Gulgong to Parkes is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 2h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gulgong to Parkes?

The fastest way to get from Gulgong to Parkes is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Gulgong and Parkes?

No, there is no direct bus from Gulgong to Parkes station. However, there are services departing from Gulgong Library, Herbert St and arriving at Parkes Station, Coach Stop via Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

How far is it from Gulgong to Parkes?

The distance between Gulgong and Parkes is 471 km. The road distance is 183.3 km.

How do I travel from Gulgong to Parkes without a car?

The best way to get from Gulgong to Parkes without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 54m and costs $40 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Gulgong to Parkes?

It takes approximately 7h 54m to get from Gulgong to Parkes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gulgong to Parkes bus from?

Gulgong to Parkes bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Gulgong Library, Herbert St station.

Where does the Gulgong to Parkes bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gulgong to Parkes?

Yes, the driving distance between Gulgong to Parkes is 183 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Gulgong to Parkes.

Where can I stay near Parkes?

There are 35+ hotels available in Parkes.

Gulgong to Parkes - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Gulgong to Parkes by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Gulgong Library, Herbert St to Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1bus 544 / ...
2. Take the train from Lithgow Station to Parkes Stationtrain 445
7h 54m
$44–79
Drive 183.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Gulgong to Parkescar 183.3 km
2h 11m
$33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gulgong Library, Herbert St to Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1bus 544 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 to Parkes Station, Coach Stopbus 571
8h 6m
$41–59

Gulgong to Parkes by bus and train

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Distance: 470.8 km
Duration: 7h 54m

What companies run services between Gulgong, NSW, Australia and Parkes, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Gulgong Library, Herbert St to Parkes Station, Coach Stop via Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 in around 8h 6m.

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