What is the cheapest way to get from Rose Bay to Katoomba?

The cheapest way to get from Rose Bay to Katoomba is to train which costs $15 - $23 and takes 2h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rose Bay to Katoomba?

The fastest way to get from Rose Bay to Katoomba is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Rose Bay and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Rose Bay to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from New South Head Rd At Kent Rd and arriving at Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Hyde Park, Park St, Stand C and Westfield Parramatta, Argyle St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Rose Bay and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct train from Rose Bay station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Town Hall Station and arriving at Katoomba Station via Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Rose Bay to Katoomba?

The distance between Rose Bay and Katoomba is 118 km. The road distance is 107.9 km.

How do I travel from Rose Bay to Katoomba without a car?

The best way to get from Rose Bay to Katoomba without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs $15 - $23.

How long does it take to get from Rose Bay to Katoomba?

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Rose Bay to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rose Bay to Katoomba bus from?

Rose Bay to Katoomba bus services, operated by Busways, depart from Hyde Park, Park St, Stand C station.

Where do I catch the Rose Bay to Katoomba train from?

Rose Bay to Katoomba train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Strathfield Station.

Train or bus from Rose Bay to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Rose Bay to Katoomba is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs $15 - $23. Alternatively, you can line 52 bus and bus, which costs $13 - $26 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Rose Bay to Katoomba bus arrive?

Rose Bay to Katoomba bus services, operated by Busways, arrive at Parramatta Station, Stand B3.

Where does the Rose Bay to Katoomba train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rose Bay to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Rose Bay to Katoomba is 108 km. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Rose Bay to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 508+ hotels available in Katoomba.

Rose Bay to Katoomba - 4 ways to travel via train, line 52 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Rose Bay to Katoomba by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
2h 58m
$15–23
Line 52 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hyde Park, Park St, Stand C to Parramatta Station, Stand B3bus 52
2. Take the bus from Westfield Parramatta, Argyle St to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Plbus 22Bm / ...
3h 15m
$13–26
Drive 107.9 km
1. Drive from Rose Bay to Katoombacar 107.9 km
1h 26m
$20–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Town Hall, Park St, Stand H to Parramatta Station, Stand B2bus N60 / ...
2. Take the bus from Westfield Parramatta, Argyle St to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Plbus 22Bm / ...
3h 30m
$13–26

Rose Bay to Katoomba by bus and train

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Distance: 117.6 km
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Rose Bay, NSW, Australia and Katoomba, NSW, Australia?

Intercity Trains operates a train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $8–11 and the journey takes 1h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from New South Head Rd At Kent Rd to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Hyde Park, Park St, Stand C, Parramatta Station, Stand B3, and Westfield Parramatta, Argyle St in around 3h 15m.

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