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

The cheapest way to get from Wollongong to Katoomba is to train which costs $15 - $21 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wollongong to Katoomba is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Wollongong and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Wollongong to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Wollongong Central, Keira St, Stand G and arriving at Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Campbelltown Station, Stand C, Western Sydney International Airport, Stand A and Penrith Station, Stand F. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Wollongong and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct train from Wollongong station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Wollongong Station and arriving at Katoomba Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Wollongong to Katoomba?

The distance between Wollongong and Katoomba is 192 km. The road distance is 140 km.

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

The best way to get from Wollongong to Katoomba without a car is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs $15 - $21.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Wollongong to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wollongong to Katoomba bus from?

Wollongong to Katoomba bus services, operated by Transit Systems, depart from Wollongong Central, Keira St, Stand G station.

Where do I catch the Wollongong to Katoomba train from?

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

Train or bus from Wollongong to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Wollongong to Katoomba is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs $15 - $21. Alternatively, you can bus and line 845 bus, which costs $20 - $35 and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Wollongong to Katoomba bus arrive?

Wollongong to Katoomba bus services, operated by Transit Systems, arrive at Campbelltown Station, Stand A.

Where does the Wollongong to Katoomba train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wollongong to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Wollongong to Katoomba is 140 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Wollongong to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 508+ hotels available in Katoomba.

Wollongong to Katoomba - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 845 bus, and car

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Wollongong Station to Central Stationtrain Sco
2. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
4h 5m
$16–21
Bus, line 845 bus
1. Take the bus from Wollongong Central, Keira St, Stand G to Campbelltown Station, Stand Abus 887
2. Take the bus from Campbelltown Station, Stand C to Western Sydney International Airport, Stand Cbus 845
3. Take the bus from Penrith Station, Stand F to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Plbus
4h 51m
$21–33
Drive 140 km
1. Drive from Wollongong to Katoombacar 140 km
2h 1m
$25–37

Wollongong to Katoomba by train

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Distance: 191.6 km
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a train from Wollongong Station to Katoomba Station via Central Station in around 4h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wollongong Central, Keira St, Stand G to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Campbelltown Station, Stand A, Campbelltown Station, Stand C, Western Sydney International Airport, Stand C, Western Sydney International Airport, Stand A, and Penrith Station, Stand F in around 4h 51m.

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