What is the cheapest way to get from Rooty Hill to Katoomba?

The cheapest way to get from Rooty Hill to Katoomba is to bus and train which costs $10 - $16 and takes 2h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rooty Hill to Katoomba?

The fastest way to get from Rooty Hill to Katoomba is to drive which takes 1h and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Rooty Hill and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Rooty Hill to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from West HQ, Sherbrooke St and arriving at Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Penrith Station, Stand D. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Rooty Hill and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct train from Rooty Hill station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Mount Druitt Station and arriving at Katoomba Station via Emu Plains Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Rooty Hill to Katoomba?

The distance between Rooty Hill and Katoomba is 67 km. The road distance is 62.7 km.

How do I travel from Rooty Hill to Katoomba without a car?

The best way to get from Rooty Hill to Katoomba without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs $9 - $15.

How long does it take to get from Rooty Hill to Katoomba?

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Rooty Hill to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rooty Hill to Katoomba bus from?

Rooty Hill to Katoomba bus services, operated by CDC NSW Blue Mountains Transit, depart from West HQ, Sherbrooke St station.

Where do I catch the Rooty Hill to Katoomba train from?

Rooty Hill to Katoomba train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Emu Plains Station.

Train or bus from Rooty Hill to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Rooty Hill to Katoomba is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs $9 - $15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $10 - $16 and takes 2h 25m.

Where does the Rooty Hill to Katoomba bus arrive?

Rooty Hill to Katoomba bus services, operated by CDC NSW Blue Mountains Transit, arrive at Penrith Station, Stand D.

Where does the Rooty Hill to Katoomba train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rooty Hill to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Rooty Hill to Katoomba is 63 km. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Rooty Hill to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 509+ hotels available in Katoomba.

Rooty Hill to Katoomba - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Rooty Hill to Katoomba by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Emu Plains Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
1h 37m
$10–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from West HQ, Sherbrooke St to Penrith Station, Stand Dbus N70
2. Take the bus from Penrith Station, Stand D to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Plbus 2701
2h 25m
$11–16
Drive 62.7 km
1. Drive from Rooty Hill to Katoombacar 62.7 km
1h
$12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rooty Hill to Katoombataxi 62.7 km
1h
$160–200
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from West HQ, Sherbrooke St to Blacktown Station, Stand Fbus 723 / ...
2. Take the train from Blacktown Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
2h 19m
$11–15

Rooty Hill to Katoomba by train

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Distance: 66.6 km
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Rooty Hill, NSW, Australia and Katoomba, NSW, Australia?

Intercity Trains operates a train from Emu Plains Station to Katoomba Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6–9 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from West HQ, Sherbrooke St to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Penrith Station, Stand D in around 2h 25m.

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