The average train between Lithgow and Dapto takes 5h 42m and the fastest train takes 5h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Lithgow to Dapto. 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 Lithgow and Dapto. The earliest departure is at 3:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Lithgow is at 9:24 PM which arrives into Dapto at 6:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Emu Plains Station and take an average of 5h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Lithgow to Dapto? 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 Lithgow to Dapto. However, there are services departing from Lithgow station and arriving at Dapto station via Emu Plains Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.
Lithgow to Dapto train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Lithgow Station.
Lithgow to Dapto train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Dapto Station.
The distance between Lithgow and Dapto is 127.5 km. The road distance is 247 km.
You can take a train from Lithgow Station to Dapto Station via Emu Plains Station and Redfern Station in around 5h 23m.