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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Cooma is to train and bus via Canberra which costs $35 - $80 and takes 8h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Cooma is to drive which takes 4h 17m and costs $65 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Cooma?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith station to Cooma. However, there are services departing from Penrith Station, Stand D and arriving at Centennial Park/Bombala St via Sydney Central Station and Jolimont Centre/Northbourne Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

How far is it from Penrith to Cooma?

The distance between Penrith and Cooma is 453 km. The road distance is 383.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Cooma without a car is to bus which takes 7h 8m and costs $45 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 7h 8m to get from Penrith to Cooma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Cooma bus from?

Penrith to Cooma bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Penrith Station, Stand D.

Where does the Penrith to Cooma bus arrive?

Penrith to Cooma bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

Can I drive from Penrith to Cooma?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Cooma is 384 km. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Penrith to Cooma.

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

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Where can I stay near Cooma?

There are 31+ hotels available in Cooma.

Penrith to Cooma - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Penrith to Cooma by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Penrith Station, Stand D to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1bus
2. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Canberrabus
3. Take the bus from Jolimont Centre/Northbourne Ave to Centennial Park/Bombala Stbus
7h 8m
$49–99
Train, bus via Canberra
cheapest
1. Take the train from Penrith Station to Central Stationtrain Bmt
2. Take the train from Central Station to Canberra Stationtrain 631 / ...
3. Take the bus from Canberra to Centennial Park/Bombala Stbus
8h 21m
$36–80
Drive 383.7 km
1. Drive from Penrith to Coomacar 383.7 km
4h 17m
$69–100
Train, fly to Canberra International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Penrith Station to Central Stationtrain
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)plane SYD - CBR
3. Take the bus from Jolimont Centre/Northbourne Ave to Centennial Park/Bombala Stbus
6h 12m
$257–505
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Penrith Station to Central Stationtrain Bmt
2. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Cooma Coach Stopbus Au111-2
8h 15m
$61–104
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from Campbelltown Station to Canberra Stationtrain 631 / ...
2. Take the bus from Canberra Station, Coach Stop to Centennial Park, Bombala Stbus 775 / ...
8h 37m
$47–79
Train, fly to Merimbula Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Penrith Station to Central Stationtrain
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)plane SYD - MIM
3. Take the bus from Park St At Wonga St to Centennial Park, Bombala Stbus
7h 34m
$258–403

Penrith to Cooma by train and bus

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8h 21mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 452.6 km
Duration: 7h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Penrith Station, Stand D to Centennial Park/Bombala St via Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1, Sydney Central Station, Canberra, and Jolimont Centre/Northbourne Ave in around 7h 8m.

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