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

The cheapest way to get from Bourke to Katoomba is to bus which costs $50 - $80 and takes 10h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bourke to Katoomba is to drive and fly and train which takes 6h 24m and costs $390 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Bourke and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Bourke to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Central Park, Oxley St and arriving at Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 45m.

How far is it from Bourke to Katoomba?

The distance between Bourke and Katoomba is 721 km. The road distance is 654.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Bourke to Katoomba without a car is to bus and train which takes 10h 21m and costs $55 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 10h 21m to get from Bourke to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bourke to Katoomba bus from?

Bourke to Katoomba bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Central Park, Oxley St station.

Where does the Bourke to Katoomba bus arrive?

Bourke to Katoomba bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 2.

Can I drive from Bourke to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Bourke to Katoomba is 655 km. It takes approximately 7h 25m to drive from Bourke to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 527+ hotels available in Katoomba.

Bourke to Katoomba - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Bourke to Katoomba by bus, train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Central Park, Oxley St to Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 2bus 512 / ...
2. Take the train from Dubbo Station to Katoomba Stationtrain 428
10h 21m
$59–211
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Park, Oxley St to Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 2bus 512 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1 to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Plbus 2802
10h 45m
$53–76
Drive 654.7 km
1. Drive from Bourke to Katoombacar 654.7 km
7h 25m
$125–180
Drive to Cobar Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport, train
1. Drive from Bourke to Cobar Airport (CAZ)car
2. Fly from Cobar Airport (CAZ) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane CAZ - SYD
3. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Stationtrain
6h 24m
$398–780
Fly Bourke to Dubbo City Regional Airport, train
1. Fly from Bourke (BRK) to Dubbo City Regional Airport (DBO)plane BRK - DBO
2. Take the train from Dubbo Station to Katoomba Stationtrain
8h 29m
$135–798
Bus to Dubbo City Regional Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Central Park, Oxley St to Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 2bus
2. Fly from Dubbo City Regional Airport (DBO) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane DBO - SYD
3. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Stationtrain
9h 44m
$245–469

Bourke to Katoomba by bus and train

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10h 21mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 721.4 km
Duration: 10h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Central Park, Oxley St to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1 in around 10h 45m.

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