The average train between Sydney and Katoomba takes 1h 58m and the fastest train takes 1h 42m. There is an hourly train service from Sydney to Katoomba. 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 Sydney and Katoomba. The earliest departure is at 12:11 AM at night, and the last departure from Sydney is at 11:24 PM which arrives into Katoomba at 1:25 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sydney station and arriving at Katoomba station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 58m.
Sydney to Katoomba train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Central Station.
Sydney to Katoomba train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Katoomba Station.
The distance between Sydney and Katoomba is 84.4 km. The road distance is 110 km.
Intercity Trains operates a train from Central Station to Katoomba Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–11 and the journey takes 2h.
