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

The cheapest way to get from Cooma to Katoomba is to bus and train which costs $50 - $90 and takes 9h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cooma to Katoomba is to drive which takes 4h 55m and costs $75 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Cooma and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Cooma to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Centennial Park/Bombala St and arriving at Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Canberra and Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 8m.

How far is it from Cooma to Katoomba?

The distance between Cooma and Katoomba is 505 km. The road distance is 429.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cooma to Katoomba without a car is to bus via Canberra which takes 8h 8m and costs $40 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 8h 8m to get from Cooma to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cooma to Katoomba bus from?

Cooma to Katoomba bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Centennial Park/Bombala St station.

Where does the Cooma to Katoomba bus arrive?

Cooma to Katoomba bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Jolimont Centre/Northbourne Ave station.

Can I drive from Cooma to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Cooma to Katoomba is 429 km. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Cooma to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 579+ hotels available in Katoomba.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Cooma 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 via Canberra
best
1. Take the bus from Centennial Park/Bombala St to Jolimont Centre/Northbourne Avebus
2. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney Central Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Plbus
8h 8m
$43–93
Bus, train via Canberra
1. Take the bus from Centennial Park, Bombala St to Canberra Station, Coach Stopbus 772 / ...
2. Take the train from Canberra Station to Central Stationtrain 636 / ...
3. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
9h 19m
$49–83
Drive 429.3 km
1. Drive from Cooma to Katoombacar 429.3 km
4h 55m
$77–111
Bus, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Centennial Park/Bombala St to Jolimont Centre/Northbourne Avebus
2. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane CBR - SYD
3. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Stationtrain
7h 15m
$240–506
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cooma Coach Stop to Sydney Central Stationbus Au111-2
2. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
9h 14m
$54–90
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cooma Coach Stop to Sydney Central Stationbus Au111-2
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Katoombabus
9h 33m
$81–129

Cooma to Katoomba by bus and train

20Weekly Services

9h 19mAverage Duration

$49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 504.5 km
Duration: 8h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Centennial Park/Bombala St to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Jolimont Centre/Northbourne Ave, Canberra, Sydney Central Station, and Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 in around 8h 8m.

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