What is the cheapest way to get from Parkes to Gulgong?

The cheapest way to get from Parkes to Gulgong is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 2h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Parkes to Gulgong?

The fastest way to get from Parkes to Gulgong is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Parkes and Gulgong?

No, there is no direct bus from Parkes station to Gulgong. However, there are services departing from Parkes Station, Coach Stop and arriving at Herbert St Opp White St via Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

How far is it from Parkes to Gulgong?

The distance between Parkes and Gulgong is 480 km. The road distance is 183.3 km.

How do I travel from Parkes to Gulgong without a car?

The best way to get from Parkes to Gulgong without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 15m and costs $40 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Parkes to Gulgong?

It takes approximately 8h 15m to get from Parkes to Gulgong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Parkes to Gulgong bus from?

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

Where does the Parkes to Gulgong bus arrive?

Parkes to Gulgong bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1.

Can I drive from Parkes to Gulgong?

Yes, the driving distance between Parkes to Gulgong is 183 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Parkes to Gulgong.

Where can I stay near Gulgong?

There are 32+ hotels available in Gulgong.

Parkes to Gulgong - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Parkes to Gulgong by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Parkes Station to Lithgow Stationtrain 446
2. Take the bus from Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 3 to Herbert St Opp White Stbus 543 / ...
8h 15m
$44–76
Drive 183.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Parkes to Gulgongcar 183.3 km
2h 11m
$33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parkes Station, Coach Stop to Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1bus 572
2. Take the bus from Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 3 to Herbert St Opp White Stbus 543 / ...
8h 20m
$41–59

Parkes to Gulgong by train and bus

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8h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 480.4 km
Duration: 8h 15m

What companies run services between Parkes, NSW, Australia and Gulgong, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Parkes Station, Coach Stop to Herbert St Opp White St via Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 3 in around 8h 20m.

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