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

The cheapest way to get from Parkes to Katoomba is to train which costs $26 - $40 and takes 5h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Parkes to Katoomba is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Parkes and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Parkes station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Parkes Station, Coach Stop and arriving at Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Parkes and Katoomba?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Parkes Station station and arriving at Katoomba Station station. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday. The journey takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Parkes to Katoomba?

The distance between Parkes and Katoomba is 335 km. The road distance is 260.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Parkes to Katoomba without a car is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs $26 - $40.

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

The train from Parkes Station to Katoomba Station takes 5h 9m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Parkes to Katoomba bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Parkes to Katoomba train from?

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

Train or bus from Parkes to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Parkes to Katoomba is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs $26 - $40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $29 - $45 and takes 6h 19m.

Where does the Parkes to Katoomba bus arrive?

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

Where does the Parkes to Katoomba train arrive?

Parkes to Katoomba train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Katoomba Station.

Can I drive from Parkes to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Parkes to Katoomba is 261 km. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Parkes to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 509+ hotels available in Katoomba.

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

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1. Take the train from Parkes Station to Katoomba Stationtrain 446
5h 9m
$26–40
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 2 to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Plbus 8002 / ...
6h 19m
$29–45
Drive 260.7 km
1. Drive from Parkes to Katoombacar 260.7 km
3h 24m
$47–68

Parkes to Katoomba by train

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Distance: 335.1 km
Duration: 5h 9m

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

NSW TrainLink operates a train from Parkes Station to Katoomba Station twice a week. Tickets cost $26–40 and the journey takes 5h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkes Station, Coach Stop to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 2 in around 6h 19m.

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