What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gulgong?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gulgong is to train and bus which costs $27 - $180 and takes 7h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gulgong?

The fastest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gulgong is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney Airport (SYD) and Gulgong?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gulgong. However, there are services departing from Sydney International Airport and arriving at Herbert St Opp White St via Central Station, Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl and Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 1m.

How far is it from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gulgong?

The distance between Sydney Airport (SYD) and Gulgong is 357 km. The road distance is 298.9 km.

How do I travel from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gulgong without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gulgong without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 47m and costs $27 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gulgong?

It takes approximately 7h 47m to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gulgong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gulgong bus from?

Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gulgong bus services, operated by Australia Wide Coaches, depart from Central Station.

Where does the Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gulgong bus arrive?

Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gulgong bus services, operated by Australia Wide Coaches, arrive at Katoomba station.

Can I drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gulgong?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gulgong is 299 km. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gulgong.

Where can I stay near Gulgong?

There are 31+ hotels available in Gulgong.

Can I share a ride from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gulgong?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Sydney Airport (SYD) and Gulgong. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gulgong - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gulgong by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train, bus
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1. Take the train from Central Station to Lithgow Stationtrain Bmt
2. Take the bus from Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 3 to Herbert St Opp White Stbus 543 / ...
7h 47m
$27–177
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Sydney-SYD to Gulgongrideshare 298.9 km
3h 52m
Drive 298.9 km
1. Drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Gulgongcar 298.9 km
3h 52m
$53–77
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Katoombabus
2. Take the bus from Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 3 to Herbert St Opp White Stbus 543 / ...
9h 1m
$58–88

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Distance: 357.4 km
Duration: 7h 47m

What companies run services between Sydney Airport (SYD), Australia and Gulgong, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Sydney International Airport to Herbert St Opp White St via Sydney Central Station, Central Station, Katoomba, Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl, and Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 3 in around 9h 1m.

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