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

The cheapest way to get from Thornleigh to Katoomba is to train which costs $11 - $17 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thornleigh to Katoomba is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs $16 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Thornleigh and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Thornleigh to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Pennant Hills Rd Before Trelawney St and arriving at Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Pennant Hills Station, Railway St, Stand A and Westfield Parramatta, Argyle St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Thornleigh and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct train from Thornleigh station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Thornleigh Station and arriving at Katoomba Station via Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Thornleigh to Katoomba?

The distance between Thornleigh and Katoomba is 116 km. The road distance is 93.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Thornleigh to Katoomba without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs $11 - $17.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Thornleigh to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thornleigh to Katoomba bus from?

Thornleigh to Katoomba bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Pennant Hills Station, Railway St, Stand A.

Where do I catch the Thornleigh to Katoomba train from?

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

Train or bus from Thornleigh to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Thornleigh to Katoomba is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs $11 - $17. Alternatively, you can line 600 bus and bus, which costs $13 - $26 and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Thornleigh to Katoomba bus arrive?

Thornleigh to Katoomba bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Parramatta Station, Stand B3.

Where does the Thornleigh to Katoomba train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thornleigh to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Thornleigh to Katoomba is 93 km. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Thornleigh to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 509+ hotels available in Katoomba.

Thornleigh to Katoomba - 3 ways to travel via train, line 600 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Thornleigh to Katoomba by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Thornleigh Station to Strathfield Stationtrain T9
2. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
2h 33m
$12–17
Line 600 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Pennant Hills Station, Railway St, Stand A to Parramatta Station, Stand B3bus 600 / ...
2. Take the bus from Westfield Parramatta, Argyle St to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Plbus 22Bm / ...
2h 39m
$13–26
Drive 93.1 km
1. Drive from Thornleigh to Katoombacar 93.1 km
1h 17m
$17–25

Thornleigh to Katoomba by train

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Distance: 115.6 km
Duration: 2h 33m

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

You can take a train from Thornleigh Station to Katoomba Station via Strathfield Station in around 2h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pennant Hills Rd Before Trelawney St to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Pennant Hills Station, Railway St, Stand B, Pennant Hills Station, Railway St, Stand A, Parramatta Station, Stand B3, and Westfield Parramatta, Argyle St in around 2h 39m.

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