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

The cheapest way to get from Kiama to Katoomba is to train which costs $16 - $22 and takes 4h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kiama to Katoomba is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Kiama and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Kiama to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Kiama Bombo and arriving at Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Kiama and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct train from Kiama station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Kiama Station and arriving at Katoomba Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Kiama to Katoomba?

The distance between Kiama and Katoomba is 228 km. The road distance is 176 km.

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

The best way to get from Kiama to Katoomba without a car is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs $16 - $22.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Kiama to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kiama to Katoomba bus from?

Kiama to Katoomba bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Kiama Bombo station.

Where do I catch the Kiama to Katoomba train from?

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

Train or bus from Kiama to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Kiama to Katoomba is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs $16 - $22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $60 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Kiama to Katoomba bus arrive?

Kiama to Katoomba bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Kiama to Katoomba train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kiama to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Kiama to Katoomba is 176 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Kiama to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 512+ hotels available in Katoomba.

Kiama to Katoomba - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 845 bus

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Kiama Station to Central Stationtrain Sco
2. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
4h 57m
$16–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kiama Bombo to Central Stationbus Pm1
2. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Plbus 2701
5h 30m
$41–58
Drive 176 km
1. Drive from Kiama to Katoombacar 176 km
2h 29m
$33–47
Bus, line 845 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Wollongong Station, Station St to Campbelltown Station, Stand Abus 887
2. Take the bus from Campbelltown Station, Stand C to Western Sydney International Airport, Stand Cbus 845
3. Take the train from Penrith Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
6h 5m
$29–40

Kiama to Katoomba by train

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Distance: 227.9 km
Duration: 4h 57m

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

You can take a train from Kiama Station to Katoomba Station via Central Station in around 4h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kiama Bombo to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 in around 5h 30m.

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