What is the cheapest way to get from Parramatta to Thornton?

The cheapest way to get from Parramatta to Thornton is to line 550 bus and bus which costs $12 - $19 and takes 3h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Parramatta to Thornton?

The fastest way to get from Parramatta to Thornton is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Parramatta and Thornton?

No, there is no direct bus from Parramatta station to Thornton station. However, there are services departing from Parramatta Station, Stand A2 and arriving at Thornton Station, Karuah St via Epping Station, Beecroft Rd, Stand H and Hornsby Station Taxi Rank, Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Parramatta and Thornton?

No, there is no direct train from Parramatta station to Thornton station. However, there are services departing from Epping Station and arriving at Thornton Station via Hamilton Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Parramatta to Thornton?

The distance between Parramatta and Thornton is 158 km. The road distance is 148.3 km.

How do I travel from Parramatta to Thornton without a car?

The best way to get from Parramatta to Thornton without a car is to line 550 bus and bus which takes 3h 36m and costs $12 - $19.

How long does it take to get from Parramatta to Thornton?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Parramatta to Thornton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Parramatta to Thornton bus from?

Parramatta to Thornton bus services, operated by Busways, depart from Parramatta Station, Stand A2.

Where do I catch the Parramatta to Thornton train from?

Parramatta to Thornton train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Epping Station.

Train or bus from Parramatta to Thornton?

The best way to get from Parramatta to Thornton is to line 550 bus and bus which takes 3h 36m and costs $12 - $19. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $17 - $25 and takes 3h 36m.

Where does the Parramatta to Thornton bus arrive?

Parramatta to Thornton bus services, operated by Busways, arrive at Epping Station, Beecroft Rd, Stand C.

Where does the Parramatta to Thornton train arrive?

Parramatta to Thornton train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Hamilton Station.

Can I drive from Parramatta to Thornton?

Yes, the driving distance between Parramatta to Thornton is 148 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Parramatta to Thornton.

Where can I stay near Thornton?

There are 404+ hotels available in Thornton.

Parramatta to Thornton - 3 ways to travel via train, line 550 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Parramatta to Thornton by bus, train, or car

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Line 550 bus, bus
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1. Take the bus from Parramatta Station, Stand A2 to Epping Station, Beecroft Rd, Stand Cbus 550
2. Take the bus from Hornsby Station Taxi Rank, Station St to Thornton Station, Karuah Stbus 75Hu / ...
3h 36m
$12–18
Train
1. Take the train from Epping Station to Hamilton Stationtrain Ccn
3h 36m
$17–24
Drive 148.3 km
1. Drive from Parramatta to Thorntoncar 148.3 km
1h 41m
$27–39

Parramatta to Thornton by bus

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Distance: 158.4 km
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Parramatta, NSW, Australia and Thornton, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Parramatta Station, Stand A2 to Thornton Station, Karuah St via Epping Station, Beecroft Rd, Stand H, Hornsby Station, George St, and Hornsby Station Taxi Rank, Station St in around 3h 36m. Alternatively, Intercity Trains operates a train from Epping Station to Hamilton Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $9–12 and the journey takes 2h 24m.

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