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

The cheapest way to get from Parkes to Penrith is to bus which costs $30 - $55 and takes 7h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Parkes to Penrith is to drive and fly and train which takes 3h 30m and costs $190 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Parkes and Penrith?

No, there is no direct bus from Parkes station to Penrith station. However, there are services departing from Parkes Station, Coach Stop and arriving at Penrith Station, Stand D via Orange Station, Coach Bay 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Parkes and Penrith?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Parkes Station station and arriving at Penrith Station station. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday. The journey takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Parkes to Penrith?

The distance between Parkes and Penrith is 377 km. The road distance is 302.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Parkes to Penrith without a car is to train which takes 6h 1m and costs $30 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Parkes to Penrith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Parkes to Penrith bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Parkes to Penrith train from?

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

Train or bus from Parkes to Penrith?

The best way to get from Parkes to Penrith is to train which takes 6h 1m and costs $30 - $65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $55 and takes 7h 40m.

Where does the Parkes to Penrith bus arrive?

Parkes to Penrith bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Orange Station, Coach Bay 1.

Where does the Parkes to Penrith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Parkes to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Parkes to Penrith is 302 km. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Parkes to Penrith.

How do I get a bus ticket from Parkes to Penrith?

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Where can I stay near Penrith?

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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 Penrith Stationtrain
3h 30m
$197–352
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Parkes Station to Penrith Stationtrain 446
6h 1m
$30–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parkes Station, Coach Stop to Orange Station, Coach Bay 1bus 572 / ...
2. Take the bus from Orange Station, Coach Bay 2 to Penrith Station, Stand Dbus 2802
7h 40m
$35–50
Drive 302.2 km
1. Drive from Parkes to Penrithcar 302.2 km
4h 3m
$54–78
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 Penrith Stationtrain
3h 33m
$179–255

Parkes to Penrith by train

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Distance: 376.6 km
Duration: 3h 30m

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

NSW TrainLink operates a train from Parkes Station to Penrith Station twice a week. Tickets cost $30–65 and the journey takes 6h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkes Station, Coach Stop to Penrith Station, Stand D via Orange Station, Coach Bay 2 in around 7h 40m.

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