The average train between Balmain and Lithgow takes 3h 19m and the fastest train takes 2h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Balmain to Lithgow. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Balmain and Lithgow. The earliest departure is at 1:21 AM at night, and the last departure from Balmain is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Lithgow at 3:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Central Grand Concourse station and take an average of 3h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

5h 51m • 1 change

3h 9m • 1 change

2h 55m • 1 change

3h 19m • 1 change

5h 51m • 1 change

3h 9m • 1 change

2h 55m • 1 change

3h 19m • 1 change

5h 51m • 1 change

3h 9m • 1 change

2h 55m • 1 change

3h 19m • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from Balmain to Lithgow? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Balmain to Lithgow. However, there are services departing from Balmain station and arriving at Lithgow station via Lithgow Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.
Balmain to Lithgow train services, operated by Sydney Light Rail, depart from Central Station.
Balmain to Lithgow train services, operated by Sydney Light Rail, arrive at Lithgow Station.
The distance between Balmain and Lithgow is 103.6 km. The road distance is 159 km.
Intercity Trains operates a train from Central Station to Lithgow Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 2h 51m. NSW TrainLink XPT also services this route twice daily.