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 $16 - $24 and takes 3h 54m.

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 2m 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 Martin Place Station, Elizabeth St, Stand G and arriving at Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 via Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

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 3h 52m.

How far is it from Sydney CBD to Lithgow?

The distance between Sydney CBD and Lithgow is 158 km. The road distance is 140.7 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 train which takes 3h 52m and costs $12 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m 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 train which takes 3h 52m and costs $12 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $16 - $24 and takes 3h 54m.

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 141 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Sydney CBD to Lithgow.

Where can I stay near Lithgow?

There are 198+ hotels available in Lithgow.

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

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1. Take the train from Wynyard Station to Parramatta Stationtrain T2 / ...
2. Take the train from Parramatta Station to Lithgow Stationtrain Bmt
3h 52m
$12–157
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1bus 2701
3h 54m
$16–24
Drive 140.7 km
1. Drive from Sydney CBD to Lithgowcar 140.7 km
2h 2m
$26–37

Sydney CBD to Lithgow by train

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3h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 158.1 km
Duration: 3h 52m

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

You can take a train from Wynyard Station to Lithgow Station via Parramatta Station in around 3h 52m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 once daily. Tickets cost $14–21 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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