What is the cheapest way to get from Katoomba to Southern Highlands?

The cheapest way to get from Katoomba to Southern Highlands is to train and line 845 bus which costs $22 - $40 and takes 4h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Katoomba to Southern Highlands?

The fastest way to get from Katoomba to Southern Highlands is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Katoomba and Southern Highlands?

No, there is no direct bus from Katoomba to Southern Highlands station. However, there are services departing from Katoomba and arriving at Bowral Station, Coach Stop via Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Katoomba and Southern Highlands?

No, there is no direct train from Katoomba station to Southern Highlands station. However, there are services departing from Katoomba Station and arriving at Bowral Station via Penrith Station and Campbelltown Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Katoomba to Southern Highlands?

The distance between Katoomba and Southern Highlands is 192 km. The road distance is 146.6 km.

How do I travel from Katoomba to Southern Highlands without a car?

The best way to get from Katoomba to Southern Highlands without a car is to train and line 845 bus which takes 4h 37m and costs $22 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Katoomba to Southern Highlands?

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Katoomba to Southern Highlands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Katoomba to Southern Highlands bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Katoomba to Southern Highlands train from?

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

Train or bus from Katoomba to Southern Highlands?

The best way to get from Katoomba to Southern Highlands is to bus which takes 4h 45m and costs $45 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $23 - $45 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Katoomba to Southern Highlands bus arrive?

Katoomba to Southern Highlands bus services, operated by Australia Wide Coaches, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Katoomba to Southern Highlands train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Katoomba to Southern Highlands?

Yes, the driving distance between Katoomba to Southern Highlands is 147 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Katoomba to Southern Highlands.

Where can I stay near Southern Highlands?

There are 312+ hotels available in Southern Highlands.

Katoomba to Southern Highlands - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 845 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Katoomba to Southern Highlands by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 845 bus
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1. Take the train from Katoomba Station to Penrith Stationtrain Bmt
2. Take the bus from Western Sydney International Airport, Stand B to Campbelltown Station, Stand Abus 845
3. Take the train from Campbelltown Station to Bowral Stationtrain Shl
4h 37m
$23–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Katoomba to Central Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Bowral Station, Coach Stopbus 7505 / ...
4h 45m
$45–61
Drive 146.6 km
1. Drive from Katoomba to Southern Highlandscar 146.6 km
1h 58m
$27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Katoomba Station to Penrith Stationtrain Bmt
2. Take the train from Penrith Station to Leppington Stationtrain T5
3. Take the train from Campbelltown Station to Bowral Stationtrain Shl
5h 26m
$24–44

Katoomba to Southern Highlands by train and bus

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Distance: 192.5 km
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Katoomba, NSW, Australia and Southern Highlands, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Katoomba to Bowral Station, Coach Stop via Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Katoomba Station to Bowral Station via Penrith Station, Leppington Station, Leppington Station, Stand A, Campbelltown Station, Farrow Rd, Stand G, and Campbelltown Station in around 5h 26m.

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