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

The cheapest way to get from Riverstone to Katoomba is to train which costs $10 - $16 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riverstone to Katoomba is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs $12 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between Riverstone and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverstone station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Riverstone Pde Opp Riverstone Station and arriving at Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Blacktown Station, Stand L and Penrith Station, Stand D. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Riverstone and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct train from Riverstone station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Riverstone Station and arriving at Katoomba Station via Blacktown Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Riverstone to Katoomba?

The distance between Riverstone and Katoomba is 86 km. The road distance is 71.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Riverstone to Katoomba without a car is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs $10 - $16.

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

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Riverstone to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverstone to Katoomba bus from?

Riverstone to Katoomba bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Riverstone Pde Opp Riverstone Station.

Where do I catch the Riverstone to Katoomba train from?

Riverstone to Katoomba train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Blacktown Station.

Train or bus from Riverstone to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Riverstone to Katoomba is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs $10 - $16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $15 - $24 and takes 3h 4m.

Where does the Riverstone to Katoomba bus arrive?

Riverstone to Katoomba bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Blacktown Station, Stand D.

Where does the Riverstone to Katoomba train arrive?

Riverstone to Katoomba train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Katoomba Station.

Can I drive from Riverstone to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverstone to Katoomba is 72 km. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Riverstone to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 508+ hotels available in Katoomba.

Riverstone to Katoomba - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Riverstone to Katoomba by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Blacktown Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
1h 53m
$11–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Riverstone Pde Opp Riverstone Station to Blacktown Station, Stand Dbus N71
2. Take the bus from Blacktown Station, Stand L to Penrith Station, Stand Fbus
3. Take the bus from Penrith Station, Stand D to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Plbus
3h 4m
$15–24
Drive 71.9 km
1. Drive from Riverstone to Katoombacar 71.9 km
1h 7m
$13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Riverstone to Katoombataxi 71.9 km
1h 7m
$180–220

Riverstone to Katoomba by train

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Distance: 86 km
Duration: 1h 53m

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

Intercity Trains operates a train from Blacktown Station to Katoomba Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 1h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Riverstone Pde Opp Riverstone Station to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Blacktown Station, Stand D, Blacktown Station, Stand L, Penrith Station, Stand F, and Penrith Station, Stand D in around 3h 4m.

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