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

The cheapest way to get from Katoomba to Parkes is to bus which costs $28 - $50 and takes 6h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Katoomba to Parkes is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Katoomba and Parkes?

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

Is there a direct train between Katoomba and Parkes?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Katoomba Station station and arriving at Parkes Station station. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday. The journey takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Katoomba to Parkes?

The distance between Katoomba and Parkes is 335 km. The road distance is 256.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Katoomba to Parkes without a car is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs $30 - $60.

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

The train from Katoomba Station to Parkes Station takes 4h 47m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Katoomba to Parkes bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Katoomba to Parkes train from?

Katoomba to Parkes train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Katoomba Station.

Train or bus from Katoomba to Parkes?

The best way to get from Katoomba to Parkes is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs $30 - $60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28 - $50 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Katoomba to Parkes bus arrive?

Katoomba to Parkes bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Lithgow Station, Railway Pde.

Where does the Katoomba to Parkes train arrive?

Katoomba to Parkes train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Parkes Station.

Can I drive from Katoomba to Parkes?

Yes, the driving distance between Katoomba to Parkes is 256 km. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Katoomba to Parkes.

Where can I stay near Parkes?

There are 35+ hotels available in Parkes.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Katoomba Station to Parkes Stationtrain 445
4h 47m
$30–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl to Lithgow Station, Railway Pdebus 23Bm / ...
2. Take the bus from Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 to Parkes Station, Coach Stopbus 571
6h 8m
$29–46
Drive 256.1 km
1. Drive from Katoomba to Parkescar 256.1 km
3h 19m
$46–67
Drive, fly
1. Drive from Katoomba to Orange-Airport-OAGcar
2. Fly from Orange Airport (OAG) to Parkes (PKE)plane OAG - PKE
3h 48m
$200–303

Katoomba to Parkes by train

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Distance: 335.1 km
Duration: 4h 47m

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

NSW TrainLink operates a train from Katoomba Station to Parkes Station twice a week. Tickets cost $30–60 and the journey takes 4h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl to Parkes Station, Coach Stop via Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 in around 6h 8m.

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