What is the cheapest way to get from Balmain to Katoomba?

The cheapest way to get from Balmain to Katoomba is to train which costs $8 - $11 and takes 2h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balmain to Katoomba?

The fastest way to get from Balmain to Katoomba is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Balmain and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Balmain to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Victoria Rd Opp Robert St and arriving at Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Westfield Parramatta, Argyle St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Balmain and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct train from Balmain station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Pyrmont Bay station and arriving at Katoomba Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Balmain to Katoomba?

The distance between Balmain and Katoomba is 101 km. The road distance is 99.4 km.

How do I travel from Balmain to Katoomba without a car?

The best way to get from Balmain to Katoomba without a car is to line 501 bus and bus which takes 2h 40m and costs $4 - $19.

How long does it take to get from Balmain to Katoomba?

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Balmain to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balmain to Katoomba bus from?

Balmain to Katoomba bus services, operated by Busways, depart from Victoria Rd Opp Robert St station.

Where do I catch the Balmain to Katoomba train from?

Balmain to Katoomba train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Balmain to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Balmain to Katoomba is to line 501 bus and bus which takes 2h 40m and costs $4 - $19. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $8 - $11 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Balmain to Katoomba bus arrive?

Balmain to Katoomba bus services, operated by Busways, arrive at Parramatta Station, Stand B3.

Where does the Balmain to Katoomba train arrive?

Balmain to Katoomba train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Katoomba Station.

Can I drive from Balmain to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Balmain to Katoomba is 99 km. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Balmain to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 530+ hotels available in Katoomba.

Balmain to Katoomba - 4 ways to travel via train, line 501 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Balmain to Katoomba by bus, train, or car

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Line 501 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Victoria Rd Opp Robert St to Parramatta Station, Stand B3bus 501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Westfield Parramatta, Argyle St to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Plbus 24Bm / ...
2h 40m
$5–19
Line 445 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Darling St At Church St to Trafalgar St Opp Petersham Stationbus 445
2. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
2h 52m
$14–21
Drive 99.4 km
1. Drive from Balmain to Katoombacar 99.4 km
1h 20m
$19–27
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
2h 55m
$8–11

Balmain to Katoomba by bus

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2h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 100.7 km
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Balmain, NSW, Australia and Katoomba, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Victoria Rd Opp Robert St to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Parramatta Station, Stand B3 and Westfield Parramatta, Argyle St in around 2h 40m. Alternatively, Intercity Trains operates a train from Central Station to Katoomba Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–11 and the journey takes 2h 1m.

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