What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney CBD to Lithgow?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney CBD to Lithgow is to bus which costs $17 - $26 and takes 3h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney CBD to Lithgow?

The fastest way to get from Sydney CBD to Lithgow is to drive which takes 2h and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney CBD and Lithgow?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney CBD station to Lithgow station. However, there are services departing from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 and arriving at Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney CBD and Lithgow?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney CBD station to Lithgow station. However, there are services departing from Wynyard Station and arriving at Lithgow Station via Parramatta Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Sydney CBD to Lithgow?

The distance between Sydney CBD and Lithgow is 145 km. The road distance is 141.5 km.

How do I travel from Sydney CBD to Lithgow without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney CBD to Lithgow without a car is to bus which takes 3h 47m and costs $17 - $26.

How long does it take to get from Sydney CBD to Lithgow?

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Sydney CBD to Lithgow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney CBD to Lithgow bus from?

Sydney CBD to Lithgow bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

Where do I catch the Sydney CBD to Lithgow train from?

Sydney CBD to Lithgow train services, operated by Sydney Trains, depart from Wynyard Station.

Train or bus from Sydney CBD to Lithgow?

The best way to get from Sydney CBD to Lithgow is to bus which takes 3h 47m and costs $17 - $26. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $13 - $150 and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Sydney CBD to Lithgow bus arrive?

Sydney CBD to Lithgow bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1.

Where does the Sydney CBD to Lithgow train arrive?

Sydney CBD to Lithgow train services, operated by Sydney Trains, arrive at Parramatta Station.

Can I drive from Sydney CBD to Lithgow?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney CBD to Lithgow is 142 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Sydney CBD to Lithgow.

Where can I stay near Lithgow?

There are 201+ hotels available in Lithgow.

Sydney CBD to Lithgow - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Sydney CBD to Lithgow by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1bus 2701
3h 47m
$17–26
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Wynyard Station to Parramatta Stationtrain T2
2. Take the train from Parramatta Station to Lithgow Stationtrain Bmt
4h 13m
$13–147
Drive 141.5 km
1. Drive from Sydney CBD to Lithgowcar 141.5 km
2h
$26–37

Sydney CBD to Lithgow by subway and bus

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Distance: 145.4 km
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Sydney CBD, NSW, Australia and Lithgow, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 4 times a week. Tickets cost $14–21 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Wynyard Station to Lithgow Station via Parramatta Station in around 4h 13m.

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