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Rockhampton to Lithgow trains

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Trip Overview

The train between Rockhampton and Lithgow takes 39h 21m. The train runs, on average, 4 times per week from Rockhampton 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.

39h 21m
Duration
1,742 km
Distance
$296
Average price
4 times a week
Frequency

Rockhampton to Lithgow train times

Trains run 4 times a week between Rockhampton and Lithgow. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rockhampton is at 6:45 AM which arrives into Lithgow at 11:06 PM. All services require a transfer at Roma Street and take an average of 39h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Queensland Rail TravelNSW TrainLink XPTIntercity Trains39h 21m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Queensland Rail TravelNSW TrainLink XPTIntercity Trains39h 21m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Queensland Rail TravelNSW TrainLink XPTIntercity Trains39h 21m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Queensland Rail TravelNSW TrainLink XPTIntercity Trains39h 21m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rockhampton 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.

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  • Distance: 1,742.3 km
  • Duration: 39h 21m

What companies run services between Rockhampton, QLD, Australia and Lithgow, NSW, Australia?

You can take a train from Rockhampton to Lithgow Station via Roma Street, Roma Street Station, and Strathfield Station in around 26h 15m.

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