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

The cheapest way to get from Nimbin to Katoomba is to train via Casino which costs $70 - $260 and takes 16h.

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

The fastest way to get from Nimbin to Katoomba is to fly and train which takes 8h 48m and costs $90 - $330.

Is there a direct bus between Nimbin and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Nimbin to Katoomba. However, there are services departing from Cullen St At Sibley St and arriving at Katoomba via Lismore and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Nimbin and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct train from Nimbin station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Kyogle Station and arriving at Katoomba Station via Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 37m.

How far is it from Nimbin to Katoomba?

The distance between Nimbin and Katoomba is 883 km. The road distance is 825.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Nimbin to Katoomba without a car is to train which takes 14h 37m and costs $140 - $350.

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

It takes approximately 8h 11m to get from Nimbin to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nimbin to Katoomba bus from?

Nimbin to Katoomba bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Lismore station.

Where do I catch the Nimbin to Katoomba train from?

Nimbin to Katoomba train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Kyogle Station.

Train or bus from Nimbin to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Nimbin to Katoomba is to train which takes 14h 37m and costs $140 - $350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $200 and takes 16h 40m.

Where does the Nimbin to Katoomba bus arrive?

Nimbin to Katoomba bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Nimbin to Katoomba train arrive?

Nimbin to Katoomba train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Strathfield Station.

Can I drive from Nimbin to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Nimbin to Katoomba is 826 km. It takes approximately 9h 13m to drive from Nimbin to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 509+ hotels available in Katoomba.

Nimbin to Katoomba - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

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Bus to Gold Coast Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cullen St Before Sibley St to Brisbane St Opp Sunnyside Mallbus
2. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane OOL - SYD
3. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Stationtrain
8h 11m
Train via Casino
cheapest
1. Take the train from Casino Station to Strathfield Stationtrain 34 / ...
2. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
16h
$74–258
Train
1. Take the train from Kyogle Station to Strathfield Stationtrain 32
2. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
14h 37m
$149–343
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lismore to Central Stationbus Pm11
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Katoombabus
16h 40m
$111–198
Drive 825.9 km
1. Drive from Nimbin to Katoombacar 825.9 km
9h 13m
$149–215
Fly Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Sydney International Airport, train
1. Fly from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane BNK - SYD
2. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Stationtrain
8h 48m
$91–324
Bus to Gold Coast Airport, fly to Newcastle Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Cullen St Before Sibley St to Brisbane St Opp Sunnyside Mallbus
2. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)plane OOL - NTL
3. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Strathfield Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Stationtrain
10h 35m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ballina Service Center to Sydney Central Stationbus Au001
2. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
19h 21m
$117–210

Nimbin to Katoomba by bus

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Distance: 882.7 km
Duration: 8h 11m

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

You can take a vehicle from Nimbin to Katoomba Station via Kyogle Station and Strathfield Station in around 14h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cullen St At Sibley St to Katoomba via Lismore and Central Station in around 16h 40m.

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