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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Katoomba is to train which costs $8 - $11 and takes 1h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Katoomba is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Katoomba?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Central Station station and arriving at Katoomba. Services depart six times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Katoomba?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Central Station station and arriving at Katoomba Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Sydney to Katoomba?

The distance between Sydney and Katoomba is 110 km. The road distance is 102.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Katoomba without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs $8 - $11.

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

The train from Central Station to Katoomba Station takes 1h 59m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Katoomba bus from?

Sydney to Katoomba bus services, operated by Australia Wide Coaches, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Katoomba train from?

Sydney to Katoomba train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Sydney to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Sydney to Katoomba is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs $8 - $11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $11 - $50 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Sydney to Katoomba bus arrive?

Sydney to Katoomba bus services, operated by Australia Wide Coaches, arrive at Katoomba station.

Where does the Sydney to Katoomba train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydney to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Katoomba is 102 km. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Sydney to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 508+ hotels available in Katoomba.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
1h 59m
$8–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Katoombabus
2h 10m
$11–50
Drive 102.5 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Katoombacar 102.5 km
1h 21m
$19–27
Bus via Westfield Parramatta, Argyle St
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 / ...
2h 39m
$9–20

Sydney to Katoomba by train

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Distance: 109.8 km
Duration: 1h 59m

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

Intercity Trains operates a train from Central Station to Katoomba Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–11 and the journey takes 1h 59m. Alternatively, Australia Wide Coaches operates a bus from Central Station to Katoomba 6 times a week. Tickets cost $35–50 and the journey takes 2h 10m. NSW TrainLink also services this route 4 times a week.

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