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

The cheapest way to get from Katoomba to Hornsby is to train which costs $12 - $19 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Katoomba to Hornsby is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Katoomba and Hornsby?

No, there is no direct bus from Katoomba station to Hornsby station. However, there are services departing from Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl and arriving at Hornsby Station, George St via Parramatta Station, Stand A2 and Epping Station, Beecroft Rd, Stand H. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Katoomba and Hornsby?

No, there is no direct train from Katoomba station to Hornsby station. However, there are services departing from Katoomba Station and arriving at Hornsby Station via Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Katoomba to Hornsby?

The distance between Katoomba and Hornsby is 120 km. The road distance is 95 km.

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

The best way to get from Katoomba to Hornsby without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs $12 - $19.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Katoomba to Hornsby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Katoomba to Hornsby bus from?

Katoomba to Hornsby bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl.

Where do I catch the Katoomba to Hornsby train from?

Katoomba to Hornsby train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Katoomba Station.

Train or bus from Katoomba to Hornsby?

The best way to get from Katoomba to Hornsby is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs $12 - $19. Alternatively, you can bus and line 550 bus, which costs $12 - $25 and takes 2h 33m.

Where does the Katoomba to Hornsby bus arrive?

Katoomba to Hornsby bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Parramatta Station, Stand A1.

Where does the Katoomba to Hornsby train arrive?

Katoomba to Hornsby train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Strathfield Station.

Can I drive from Katoomba to Hornsby?

Yes, the driving distance between Katoomba to Hornsby is 95 km. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Katoomba to Hornsby.

Where can I stay near Hornsby?

There are 4359+ hotels available in Hornsby.

Katoomba to Hornsby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 550 bus, and car

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

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1. Take the train from Katoomba Station to Strathfield Stationtrain Bmt
2h 13m
$12–18
Bus, line 550 bus
1. Take the bus from Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl to Parramatta Station, Stand A1bus 22Bm / ...
2. Take the bus from Parramatta Station, Stand A2 to Epping Station, Beecroft Rd, Stand Cbus 550
2h 33m
$12–24
Drive 95 km
1. Drive from Katoomba to Hornsbycar 95 km
1h 22m
$18–25
Bus, line 600 bus
1. Take the bus from Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl to Parramatta Station, Stand A1bus 22Bm / ...
2. Take the bus from Parramatta Station, Stand A4 to Pennant Hills Station, Railway St, Stand Cbus 600 / ...
2h 50m
$13–25

Katoomba to Hornsby by train

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Distance: 120 km
Duration: 2h 13m

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

Intercity Trains operates a train from Katoomba Station to Strathfield Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $8–11 and the journey takes 1h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl to Hornsby Station, George St via Parramatta Station, Stand A2 and Epping Station, Beecroft Rd, Stand H in around 2h 33m.

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