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

The cheapest way to get from Scone to Katoomba is to bus and train which costs $22 - $35 and takes 6h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scone to Katoomba is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs $55 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Scone and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Scone station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Scone Station, Coach Stop and arriving at Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M and Westfield Parramatta, Argyle St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Scone and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct train from Scone station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Scone Station and arriving at Katoomba Station via Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Scone to Katoomba?

The distance between Scone and Katoomba is 399 km. The road distance is 310.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Scone to Katoomba without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs $35 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Scone to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scone to Katoomba bus from?

Scone to Katoomba bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Scone Station, Coach Stop.

Where do I catch the Scone to Katoomba train from?

Scone to Katoomba train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Scone Station.

Train or bus from Scone to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Scone to Katoomba is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs $35 - $65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $55 and takes 7h 27m.

Where does the Scone to Katoomba bus arrive?

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

Where does the Scone to Katoomba train arrive?

Scone to Katoomba train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Strathfield Station.

Can I drive from Scone to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Scone to Katoomba is 310 km. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Scone to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 510+ hotels available in Katoomba.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Scone Station to Strathfield Stationtrain 224
2. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
5h 50m
$36–63
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Scone Station, Coach Stop to Gordon Station, Stand Cbus 77Hu
2. Take the train from Blacktown Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
6h 56m
$23–32
Drive 310.1 km
1. Drive from Scone to Katoombacar 310.1 km
3h 57m
$56–81
Bus
1. Take the bus from Scone Station, Coach Stop to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1bus 2402 / ...
2. Take the bus from Westfield Parramatta, Argyle St to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Plbus 22Bm / ...
7h 27m
$31–52

Scone to Katoomba by train

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Distance: 399.4 km
Duration: 5h 50m

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

You can take a train from Scone Station to Katoomba Station via Strathfield Station in around 5h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Scone Station, Coach Stop to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1, Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M, Parramatta Station, Stand B2, and Westfield Parramatta, Argyle St in around 7h 27m.

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