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

The cheapest way to get from Killara to Katoomba is to train which costs $11 - $18 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Killara to Katoomba is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Killara and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Killara to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Pacific Hwy At Powell St and arriving at Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Killara and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct train from Killara station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Killara Station and arriving at Katoomba Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Killara to Katoomba?

The distance between Killara and Katoomba is 159 km. The road distance is 101.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Killara to Katoomba without a car is to bus and line 611 bus and train which takes 2h 45m and costs $17 - $27.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Killara to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Killara to Katoomba bus from?

Killara to Katoomba bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

Where do I catch the Killara to Katoomba train from?

Killara to Katoomba train services, operated by Sydney Trains, depart from Killara Station.

Train or bus from Killara to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Killara to Katoomba is to bus which takes 3h 41m and costs $14 - $22. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $11 - $18 and takes 3h 21m.

Where does the Killara to Katoomba bus arrive?

Killara to Katoomba bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl.

Where does the Killara to Katoomba train arrive?

Killara to Katoomba train services, operated by Sydney Trains, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Killara to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Killara to Katoomba is 101 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Killara to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 512+ hotels available in Katoomba.

Killara to Katoomba - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 611 bus, and car

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

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Bus, line 611 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cook Rd At Provincial Rd to Macquarie Centre, Stand Ebus 565
2. Take the bus from Macquarie University Station, Herring Rd, Stand D to Blacktown Station, Stand Dbus 611
3. Take the train from Blacktown Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
2h 45m
$18–26
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Killara Station to Central Stationtrain T9 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
3h 21m
$12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Plbus 2701
3h 41m
$15–22
Drive 101.3 km
1. Drive from Killara to Katoombacar 101.3 km
1h 23m
$19–27

Killara to Katoomba by bus and train

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2h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 158.5 km
Duration: 2h 45m

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

NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl 4 times a week. Tickets cost $11–17 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Killara Station to Katoomba Station via Central Station in around 3h 21m.

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