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

The cheapest way to get from Katoomba to Penrith is to train which costs $6 - $9 and takes 1h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Katoomba to Penrith is to drive which takes 45 min and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct bus between Katoomba and Penrith?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl station and arriving at Penrith Station, Stand D station. Services depart every four hours, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Katoomba and Penrith?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Katoomba Station station and arriving at Penrith Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from Katoomba to Penrith?

The distance between Katoomba and Penrith is 55 km. The road distance is 47.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Katoomba to Penrith without a car is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs $6 - $9.

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

The train from Katoomba Station to Penrith Station takes 1h 9m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Katoomba to Penrith bus from?

Katoomba to Penrith bus services, operated by CDC NSW Blue Mountains Transit, depart from Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl.

Where do I catch the Katoomba to Penrith train from?

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

Train or bus from Katoomba to Penrith?

The best way to get from Katoomba to Penrith is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs $6 - $9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $4 - $12 and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Katoomba to Penrith bus arrive?

Katoomba to Penrith bus services, operated by CDC NSW Blue Mountains Transit, arrive at Penrith Station, Stand D.

Where does the Katoomba to Penrith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Katoomba to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Katoomba to Penrith is 48 km. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Katoomba to Penrith.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Katoomba to Penrith?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Katoomba Station to Penrith Stationtrain Bmt
1h 9m
$6–9
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl to Penrith Station, Stand Dbus 21Bm
1h 20m
$4–12
Drive 47.5 km
1. Drive from Katoomba to Penrithcar 47.5 km
45 min
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Katoomba to Penrithtaxi 47.5 km
45 min
$120–150

Katoomba to Penrith by train

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Distance: 54.8 km
Duration: 1h 9m

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

Intercity Trains operates a train from Katoomba Station to Penrith Station hourly. Tickets cost $6–9 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Alternatively, CDC NSW Blue Mountains Transit operates a bus from Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl to Penrith Station, Stand D every 4 hours. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Two other operators also service this route.

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