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

The cheapest way to get from Dandenong to Katoomba is to bus and train which costs $110 - $130 and takes 14h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dandenong to Katoomba is to fly and train which takes 6h 39m and costs $160 - $450.

Is there a direct train between Dandenong and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct train from Dandenong station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Yarraman Station and arriving at Katoomba Station via Southern Cross and Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 42m.

How far is it from Dandenong to Katoomba?

The distance between Dandenong and Katoomba is 878 km. The road distance is 887.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Dandenong to Katoomba without a car is to bus and train which takes 14h 37m and costs $110 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Dandenong to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dandenong to Katoomba bus from?

Dandenong to Katoomba bus services, operated by Metropolitan Buses, depart from Cheltenham Rd/George St station.

Where do I catch the Dandenong to Katoomba train from?

Dandenong to Katoomba train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Southern Cross station.

Train or bus from Dandenong to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Dandenong to Katoomba is to train which takes 14h 42m and costs $75 - $270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 17h 58m.

Where does the Dandenong to Katoomba bus arrive?

Dandenong to Katoomba bus services, operated by Metropolitan Buses, arrive at The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd station.

Where does the Dandenong to Katoomba train arrive?

Dandenong to Katoomba train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Strathfield Station.

Can I drive from Dandenong to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Dandenong to Katoomba is 888 km. It takes approximately 10h 8m to drive from Dandenong to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 522+ hotels available in Katoomba.

Dandenong to Katoomba - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Dandenong and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Dandenong to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Rd/George St and arriving at Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd, Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 58m.

There are 8 ways to get from Dandenong to Katoomba by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Melbourne Airport to Sydney International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)MEL - SYD
2. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Station
6h 39m
$160–448
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Strathfield Station622 / ...
2. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba StationBmt
14h 42m
$78–266
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to LiverpoolSydney
2. Take the train from Blacktown Station to Katoomba StationBmt
14h 37m
$112–122
Drive 887.7 km
1. Drive from Dandenong to Katoomba887.7 km
10h 8m
$173–249
Bus to Avalon Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Skybus Coach Terminal to Avalon Airport/Outside Terminal
2. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)AVV - SYD
3. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Station
8h 14m
$140–538
Fly Melbourne Airport to Newcastle Airport, train
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)MEL - NTL
2. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Strathfield Station
3. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Station
9h 14m
$138–454
Fly Melbourne Airport to Orange Airport, bus
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Orange Airport (OAG)MEL - OAG
2. Take the bus from Lucknow to Katoomba
8h 9m
$426–826
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cheltenham Rd/George St to The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd901
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Central Station
3. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl
17h 58m

Dandenong to Katoomba by train and bus

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14h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 877.9 km
Duration: 6h 39m

What companies run services between Dandenong, VIC, Australia and Katoomba, NSW, Australia?

You can take a train from Yarraman Station to Katoomba Station via Southern Cross Station, Southern Cross, and Strathfield Station in around 14h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cheltenham Rd/George St to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd, King St/Lonsdale St, Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, and Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 in around 17h 58m.

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