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

The cheapest way to get from Katoomba to Newcastle is to train which costs $17 - $24 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Katoomba to Newcastle is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct train between Katoomba and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct train from Katoomba station to Newcastle. However, there are services departing from Katoomba Station and arriving at Newcastle Interchange via Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Katoomba to Newcastle?

The distance between Katoomba and Newcastle is 251 km. The road distance is 223.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Katoomba to Newcastle without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs $17 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Katoomba to Newcastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Katoomba to Newcastle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Katoomba to Newcastle train from?

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

Train or bus from Katoomba to Newcastle?

The best way to get from Katoomba to Newcastle is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs $17 - $24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $17 - $35 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Katoomba to Newcastle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Katoomba to Newcastle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Katoomba to Newcastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Katoomba to Newcastle is 224 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Katoomba to Newcastle.

How do I get a train ticket from Katoomba to Newcastle?

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Katoomba to Newcastle - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

No, there is no direct bus from Katoomba station to Newcastle. However, there are services departing from Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl and arriving at Newcastle Interchange, Stand B via Parramatta Station, Stand A2, Epping Station, Beecroft Rd, Stand H and Hornsby Station Taxi Rank, Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

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There are 3 ways to get from Katoomba to Newcastle 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 Strathfield Station to Newcastle Interchangetrain Ccn
4h 40m
$17–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl to Parramatta Station, Stand A1bus 22Bm / ...
2. Take the bus from Hornsby Station Taxi Rank, Station St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Bbus 15Cn
4h 50m
$17–32
Drive 223.8 km
1. Drive from Katoomba to Newcastlecar 223.8 km
2h 57m
$40–58

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Distance: 250.9 km
Duration: 4h 40m

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

You can take a train from Katoomba Station to Newcastle Interchange via Strathfield Station in around 4h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl to Newcastle Interchange, Stand B via Parramatta Station, Stand A2, Epping Station, Beecroft Rd, Stand H, Hornsby Station, George St, and Hornsby Station Taxi Rank, Station St in around 4h 50m.

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