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

The cheapest way to get from Lakemba to Katoomba is to train which costs $10 - $17 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lakemba to Katoomba is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Lakemba and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Lakemba station to Katoomba. However, there are services departing from Lakemba Station, Haldon St, Stand B and arriving at Katoomba via Strathfield Station, Everton Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Lakemba and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct train from Lakemba station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Strathfield Station and arriving at Katoomba Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Lakemba to Katoomba?

The distance between Lakemba and Katoomba is 110 km. The road distance is 95.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Lakemba to Katoomba without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs $10 - $17.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Lakemba to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lakemba to Katoomba bus from?

Lakemba to Katoomba bus services, operated by Australia Wide Coaches, depart from Strathfield Station, Everton Rd.

Where do I catch the Lakemba to Katoomba train from?

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

Train or bus from Lakemba to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Lakemba to Katoomba is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs $10 - $17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $55 and takes 3h 4m.

Where does the Lakemba to Katoomba bus arrive?

Lakemba to Katoomba bus services, operated by Australia Wide Coaches, arrive at Katoomba station.

Where does the Lakemba to Katoomba train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lakemba to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Lakemba to Katoomba is 95 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Lakemba to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 511+ hotels available in Katoomba.

Lakemba to Katoomba - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Lakemba to Katoomba by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
2h 25m
$11–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Strathfield Station, Everton Rd to Katoombabus
3h 4m
$34–50
Drive 95.1 km
1. Drive from Lakemba to Katoombacar 95.1 km
1h 16m
$18–25

Lakemba to Katoomba by bus and train

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Distance: 109.8 km
Duration: 2h 25m

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

Intercity Trains operates a train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $7–11 and the journey takes 1h 48m. Alternatively, Australia Wide Coaches operates a bus from Strathfield Station, Everton Rd to Katoomba 6 times a week. Tickets cost $30–45 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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