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

The cheapest way to get from Katoomba to Newtown is to train which costs $11 - $17 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Katoomba to Newtown is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Katoomba and Newtown?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Katoomba and arriving at RPA Hospital. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Katoomba and Newtown?

No, there is no direct train from Katoomba station to Newtown station. However, there are services departing from Katoomba Station and arriving at Newtown Station via Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Katoomba to Newtown?

The distance between Katoomba and Newtown is 100 km. The road distance is 97.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Katoomba to Newtown without a car is to bus which takes 1h 40m and costs $35 - $50.

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

The bus from Katoomba to RPA Hospital takes 1h 40m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Katoomba to Newtown bus from?

Katoomba to Newtown bus services, operated by Australia Wide Coaches, depart from Katoomba station.

Where do I catch the Katoomba to Newtown train from?

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

Train or bus from Katoomba to Newtown?

The best way to get from Katoomba to Newtown is to bus which takes 1h 40m and costs $35 - $50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $11 - $17 and takes 2h 6m.

Where does the Katoomba to Newtown bus arrive?

Katoomba to Newtown bus services, operated by Australia Wide Coaches, arrive at RPA Hospital station.

Where does the Katoomba to Newtown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Katoomba to Newtown?

Yes, the driving distance between Katoomba to Newtown is 98 km. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Katoomba to Newtown.

Where can I stay near Newtown?

There are 5265+ hotels available in Newtown.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Katoomba to RPA Hospitalbus
1h 40m
$35–50
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Katoomba Station to Strathfield Stationtrain Bmt
2h 6m
$11–16
Drive 97.8 km
1. Drive from Katoomba to Newtowncar 97.8 km
1h 21m
$18–25

Katoomba to Newtown by bus

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Distance: 100.1 km
Duration: 1h 40m

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

Australia Wide Coaches operates a bus from Katoomba to RPA Hospital 6 times a week. Tickets cost $35–50 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, Intercity Trains operates a train from Katoomba Station to Strathfield Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $8–11 and the journey takes 1h 47m.

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