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

The cheapest way to get from Lawson to Katoomba is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 12 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Lawson to Katoomba is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $35 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Lawson and Katoomba?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Great Western Hwy Opp Lawson Station station and arriving at Parke St Opp Fire Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

Is there a direct train between Lawson and Katoomba?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lawson Station station and arriving at Katoomba Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Lawson to Katoomba?

The distance between Lawson and Katoomba is 14 km. The road distance is 13.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Lawson to Katoomba without a car is to train which takes 17 min and costs $5 - $8.

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

The train from Lawson Station to Katoomba Station takes 17 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Lawson to Katoomba bus from?

Lawson to Katoomba bus services, operated by CDC NSW Blue Mountains Transit, depart from Great Western Hwy Opp Lawson Station.

Where do I catch the Lawson to Katoomba train from?

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

Train or bus from Lawson to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Lawson to Katoomba is to train which takes 17 min and costs $5 - $8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2 - $4 and takes 23 min.

Where does the Lawson to Katoomba bus arrive?

Lawson to Katoomba bus services, operated by CDC NSW Blue Mountains Transit, arrive at Parke St Opp Fire Station.

Where does the Lawson to Katoomba train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lawson to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Lawson to Katoomba is 14 km. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Lawson to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 508+ hotels available in Katoomba.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lawson Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
17 min
$5–8
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Great Western Hwy Opp Lawson Station to Parke St Opp Fire Stationbus 690K / ...
23 min
$2–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lawson to Katoombataxi 13.9 km
12 min
$35–50
Drive 13.9 km
1. Drive from Lawson to Katoombacar 13.9 km
12 min
$3–4

Lawson to Katoomba by train

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Distance: 13.9 km
Duration: 17 min

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

Intercity Trains operates a train from Lawson Station to Katoomba Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $5–8 and the journey takes 17 min. Alternatively, CDC NSW Blue Mountains Transit operates a bus from Great Western Hwy Opp Lawson Station to Parke St Opp Fire Station hourly. Tickets cost $2–4 and the journey takes 23 min.

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