The average train between Lithgow and Sydney takes 2h 54m and the fastest train takes 2h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Lithgow to Sydney. 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 Sydney. The earliest departure is at 3:46 AM at night, and the last departure from Lithgow is at 10:17 PM which arrives into Sydney at 1:12 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lithgow station and arriving at Sydney station. Services depart hourly, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 54m.
Lithgow to Sydney train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Lithgow Station.
Lithgow to Sydney train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Central Station.
The distance between Lithgow and Sydney is 106.1 km. The road distance is 156 km.
Intercity Trains operates a train from Lithgow Station to Central Station hourly. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 3h 3m. NSW TrainLink XPT also services this route twice daily.
