The average train between Bankstown and Lithgow takes 3h 18m and the fastest train takes 2h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Bankstown 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 Bankstown and Lithgow. The earliest departure is at 12:18 AM at night, and the last departure from Bankstown is at 11:48 PM which arrives into Lithgow at 3:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Lidcombe Station and take an average of 3h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 5m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bankstown 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 Bankstown to Lithgow. However, there are services departing from Parramatta Station and arriving at Lithgow Station via Lithgow Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.
Bankstown to Lithgow train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Parramatta Station.
Bankstown to Lithgow train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Lithgow Station.
The distance between Bankstown and Lithgow is 94.5 km. The road distance is 129 km.
Intercity Trains operates a train from Parramatta Station to Lithgow Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 2h 27m. NSW TrainLink XPT also services this route twice daily.