What is the cheapest way to get from Parkes to Emu Plains?

The cheapest way to get from Parkes to Emu Plains is to train via Lithgow which costs $30 - $45 and takes 6h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Parkes to Emu Plains?

The fastest way to get from Parkes to Emu Plains is to drive and fly and train which takes 3h 39m and costs $200 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Parkes and Emu Plains?

No, there is no direct bus from Parkes station to Emu Plains station. However, there are services departing from Parkes Station, Coach Stop and arriving at Penrith Station, Stand D via Bathurst Station, Coach Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Parkes and Emu Plains?

No, there is no direct train from Parkes station to Emu Plains station. However, there are services departing from Parkes Station and arriving at Emu Plains Station via Penrith Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Parkes to Emu Plains?

The distance between Parkes and Emu Plains is 379 km. The road distance is 304.7 km.

How do I travel from Parkes to Emu Plains without a car?

The best way to get from Parkes to Emu Plains without a car is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs $30 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Parkes to Emu Plains?

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Parkes to Emu Plains, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Parkes to Emu Plains bus from?

Parkes to Emu Plains bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Parkes Station, Coach Stop.

Where do I catch the Parkes to Emu Plains train from?

Parkes to Emu Plains train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Parkes Station.

Train or bus from Parkes to Emu Plains?

The best way to get from Parkes to Emu Plains is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs $30 - $50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $60 and takes 7h 9m.

Where does the Parkes to Emu Plains bus arrive?

Parkes to Emu Plains bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Bathurst Station, Coach Stop.

Where does the Parkes to Emu Plains train arrive?

Parkes to Emu Plains train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Penrith Station.

Can I drive from Parkes to Emu Plains?

Yes, the driving distance between Parkes to Emu Plains is 305 km. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Parkes to Emu Plains.

Where can I stay near Emu Plains?

There are 262+ hotels available in Emu Plains.

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Drive to Orange Airport, fly, train
best
1. Drive from Parkes to Orange-Airport-OAGcar
2. Fly from Orange Airport (OAG) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane OAG - SYD
3. Take the train from Central Station to Emu Plains Stationtrain
3h 39m
$207–334
Train via Lithgow
cheapest
1. Take the train from Parkes Station to Lithgow Stationtrain 446
2. Take the train from Lithgow Station to Emu Plains Stationtrain Bmt
6h 48m
$31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Parkes Station to Penrith Stationtrain 446
6h 10m
$33–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parkes Station, Coach Stop to Bathurst Station, Coach Stopbus 572
2. Take the bus from Bathurst Station, Coach Stop to Penrith Station, Stand Dbus 2802
7h 9m
$38–57
Drive 304.7 km
1. Drive from Parkes to Emu Plainscar 304.7 km
4h 8m
$56–81
Fly from Parkes, train
1. Fly from Parkes (PKE) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane PKE - SYD
2. Take the train from Central Station to Emu Plains Stationtrain
3h 42m
$189–286

Parkes to Emu Plains by train

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Distance: 379.2 km
Duration: 3h 39m

What companies run services between Parkes, NSW, Australia and Emu Plains, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink operates a train from Parkes Station to Penrith Station twice a week. Tickets cost $29–45 and the journey takes 6h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkes Station, Coach Stop to Emu Plains Station via Bathurst Station, Coach Stop, Penrith Station, Stand D, and Penrith Station in around 7h 9m.

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