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Trip Overview

The average train between Lithgow and Sydney takes 2h 50m and the fastest train takes 2h 22m. 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.

2h 50m
Duration
156 km
Distance
$30
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Lithgow to Sydney train times

Trains run hourly between Lithgow and Sydney. The earliest departure is at 2:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Lithgow is at 10:17 PM which arrives into Sydney at 1:11 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 2h 52m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 2h 53m • Direct
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    train train 2h 52m • Direct
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    train train 2h 45m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 2h 53m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 2h 56m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 2h 55m • Direct
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    train train 2h 57m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 2h 53m • Direct
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    train train 2h 52m • Direct
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    train train 2h 45m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 2h 53m • Direct
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    train train 2h 52m • Direct
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    train train 2h 45m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Lithgow to Sydney? 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.

Map of how to get from Lithgow to Sydney.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 155.7 km
  • Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Lithgow, NSW, Australia and Sydney, NSW, Australia?

Intercity Trains operates a train from Lithgow Station to Central Station hourly. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 2h 53m. NSW TrainLink XPT also services this route twice daily.

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