What is the cheapest way to get from Mona Vale to Katoomba?

The cheapest way to get from Mona Vale to Katoomba is to bus and train via Strathfield Station which costs $14 - $25 and takes 3h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mona Vale to Katoomba?

The fastest way to get from Mona Vale to Katoomba is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Mona Vale and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Mona Vale to Katoomba. However, there are services departing from Mona Vale B-Line, Barrenjoey Rd and arriving at Katoomba via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Mona Vale to Katoomba?

The distance between Mona Vale and Katoomba is 130 km. The road distance is 119 km.

How do I travel from Mona Vale to Katoomba without a car?

The best way to get from Mona Vale to Katoomba without a car is to line 197 bus and line 611 bus and train which takes 3h 24m and costs $16 - $24.

How long does it take to get from Mona Vale to Katoomba?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Mona Vale to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mona Vale to Katoomba bus from?

Mona Vale to Katoomba bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Mona Vale B-Line, Barrenjoey Rd station.

Where does the Mona Vale to Katoomba bus arrive?

Mona Vale to Katoomba bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Wynyard Station, York St, Stand M.

Can I drive from Mona Vale to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Mona Vale to Katoomba is 119 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Mona Vale to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 504+ hotels available in Katoomba.

Mona Vale to Katoomba - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 197 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Mona Vale to Katoomba by bus, train, or car

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Line 197 bus, line 611 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Barrenjoey Rd Opp Village Park to Macquarie Centre, Stand Ebus 197
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
3h 24m
$16–24
Bus, train via Strathfield Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mona Vale B-Line, Barrenjoey Rd to Wynyard Station, York St, Stand Mbus B1 / ...
2. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
3h 25m
$15–25
Drive 119 km
1. Drive from Mona Vale to Katoombacar 119 km
1h 42m
$26–37
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mona Vale B-Line, Barrenjoey Rd to QVB, York St, Stand Ebus Bn1
2. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
3h 31m
$16–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mona Vale B-Line, Barrenjoey Rd to Wynyard Station, York St, Stand Mbus B1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Katoombabus
4h 10m
$38–59

Mona Vale to Katoomba by bus and train

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3h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 130.4 km
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Mona Vale, NSW, Australia and Katoomba, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Mona Vale B-Line, Barrenjoey Rd to Katoomba via Wynyard Station, York St, Stand M, Wynyard Station, Central Station, and Central Station in around 4h 10m.

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