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

The cheapest way to get from Katoomba to Kiama is to train which costs $19 - $28 and takes 5h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Katoomba to Kiama is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Katoomba and Kiama?

No, there is no direct train from Katoomba station to Kiama station. However, there are services departing from Katoomba Station and arriving at Kiama Station via Hurstville Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Katoomba to Kiama?

The distance between Katoomba and Kiama is 221 km. The road distance is 172.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Katoomba to Kiama without a car is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs $19 - $28.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Katoomba to Kiama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Katoomba to Kiama bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Katoomba to Kiama train from?

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

Train or bus from Katoomba to Kiama?

The best way to get from Katoomba to Kiama is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs $19 - $28. Alternatively, you can bus and line 845 bus, which costs $27 - $45 and takes 6h 22m.

Where does the Katoomba to Kiama bus arrive?

Katoomba to Kiama bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Penrith Station, Stand D.

Where does the Katoomba to Kiama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Katoomba to Kiama?

Yes, the driving distance between Katoomba to Kiama is 173 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Katoomba to Kiama.

Where can I stay near Kiama?

There are 636+ hotels available in Kiama.

Katoomba to Kiama - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 845 bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Katoomba and Kiama?

No, there is no direct bus from Katoomba station to Kiama station. However, there are services departing from Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl and arriving at Kiama Station, Railway Pde via Penrith Station, Stand D, Western Sydney International Airport, Stand B, Campbelltown Station, Stand D and Wollongong Station, Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

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There are 3 ways to get from Katoomba to Kiama by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Katoomba Station to Strathfield Stationtrain Bmt
2. Take the train from Hurstville Station to Kiama Stationtrain Sco
5h 1m
$20–27
Bus, line 845 bus
1. Take the bus from Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl to Penrith Station, Stand Dbus
2. Take the bus from Western Sydney International Airport, Stand B to Campbelltown Station, Stand Abus 845
3. Take the bus from Campbelltown Station, Stand D to Wollongong Station, Station Stbus 887
6h 22m
$27–40
Drive 172.9 km
1. Drive from Katoomba to Kiamacar 172.9 km
2h 31m
$32–45

Katoomba to Kiama by train and bus

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Distance: 221.2 km
Duration: 5h 1m

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

You can take a train from Katoomba Station to Kiama Station via Strathfield Station, Strathfield Station, Albert Rd, Stand F, Westfield Hurstville, Forest Rd, and Hurstville Station in around 5h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl to Kiama Station, Railway Pde via Penrith Station, Stand D, Western Sydney International Airport, Stand B, Campbelltown Station, Stand A, Campbelltown Station, Stand D, and Wollongong Station, Station St in around 6h 22m.

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