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

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Katoomba is to train which costs $17 - $24 and takes 4h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to Katoomba is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C and arriving at Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Hornsby Station, Stand C, Pennant Hills Station, Railway St, Stand A and Westfield Parramatta, Argyle St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Interchange and arriving at Katoomba Station via Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Newcastle to Katoomba?

The distance between Newcastle and Katoomba is 251 km. The road distance is 225.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Newcastle to Katoomba without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs $17 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Newcastle to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Katoomba bus from?

Newcastle to Katoomba bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C station.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Katoomba train from?

Newcastle to Katoomba train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Newcastle Interchange station.

Train or bus from Newcastle to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Katoomba is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs $17 - $24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18 - $35 and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Newcastle to Katoomba bus arrive?

Newcastle to Katoomba bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at George St Opp Hornsby Station.

Where does the Newcastle to Katoomba train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newcastle to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Katoomba is 226 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Newcastle to Katoomba.

How do I get a train ticket from Newcastle to Katoomba?

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Where can I stay near Katoomba?

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Strathfield Stationtrain Ccn
2. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
4h 38m
$18–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to George St Opp Hornsby Stationbus 15Cn
2. Take the bus from Westfield Parramatta, Argyle St to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Plbus 22Bm / ...
5h 24m
$19–34
Drive 225.8 km
1. Drive from Newcastle to Katoombacar 225.8 km
2h 55m
$40–58

Newcastle to Katoomba by train

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Distance: 250.9 km
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a train from Newcastle Interchange to Katoomba Station via Strathfield Station in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via George St Opp Hornsby Station, Hornsby Station, Stand C, Pennant Hills Station, Railway St, Stand B, Pennant Hills Station, Railway St, Stand A, Parramatta Station, Stand B3, and Westfield Parramatta, Argyle St in around 5h 24m.

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