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

The cheapest way to get from Balmain to Lithgow is to bus which costs $17 - $24 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balmain to Lithgow is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Balmain and Lithgow?

No, there is no direct bus from Balmain to Lithgow station. However, there are services departing from Darling St At Church St and arriving at Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 via Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Balmain and Lithgow?

No, there is no direct train from Balmain station to Lithgow station. However, there are services departing from Pyrmont Bay station and arriving at Lithgow Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Balmain to Lithgow?

The distance between Balmain and Lithgow is 158 km. The road distance is 135.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Balmain to Lithgow without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs $9 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Balmain to Lithgow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balmain to Lithgow bus from?

Balmain to Lithgow bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

Where do I catch the Balmain to Lithgow train from?

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

Train or bus from Balmain to Lithgow?

The best way to get from Balmain to Lithgow is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs $9 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $17 - $24 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Balmain to Lithgow bus arrive?

Balmain to Lithgow bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1.

Where does the Balmain to Lithgow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Balmain to Lithgow?

Yes, the driving distance between Balmain to Lithgow is 135 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Balmain to Lithgow.

Where can I stay near Lithgow?

There are 196+ hotels available in Lithgow.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Central Station to Lithgow Stationtrain Bmt
4h 3m
$9–150
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1bus 2701
4h 15m
$17–24
Drive 135.3 km
1. Drive from Balmain to Lithgowcar 135.3 km
1h 57m
$25–36
Line 501 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Victoria Rd Opp Robert St to Parramatta Station, Stand B3bus 500N / ...
2. Take the train from Parramatta Station to Lithgow Stationtrain Bmt
4h 3m
$13–145

Balmain to Lithgow by tram and train

71Weekly Services

4h 3mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Balmain to Lithgow.

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Distance: 157.8 km
Duration: 4h 3m

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

Intercity Trains operates a train from Central Station to Lithgow Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 2h 51m. NSW TrainLink XPT also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 4 times a week. Tickets cost $14–20 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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