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

The cheapest way to get from Emerald to Lithgow is to drive which costs $230 - $350 and takes 15h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Emerald to Lithgow is to fly and train which takes 8h 16m and costs $290 - $1,000.

Is there a direct train between Emerald and Lithgow?

No, there is no direct train from Emerald to Lithgow station. However, there are services departing from Emerald and arriving at Lithgow Station via Roma Street Station and Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 8m.

How far is it from Emerald to Lithgow?

The distance between Emerald and Lithgow is 1359 km. The road distance is 1330.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Emerald to Lithgow without a car is to train which takes 34h 8m and costs $120 - $3,800.

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

It takes approximately 8h 16m to get from Emerald to Lithgow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Emerald to Lithgow bus from?

Emerald to Lithgow bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Emerald station.

Where do I catch the Emerald to Lithgow train from?

Emerald to Lithgow train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Emerald station.

Train or bus from Emerald to Lithgow?

The best way to get from Emerald to Lithgow is to train which takes 34h 8m and costs $120 - $3,800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $300 - $600 and takes 38h 44m.

Where does the Emerald to Lithgow bus arrive?

Emerald to Lithgow bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Rockhampton station.

What is the time difference between Emerald and Lithgow?

Lithgow is 1h ahead of Emerald. It is currently 12:58 AM in Emerald and 1:58 AM in Lithgow.

Where does the Emerald to Lithgow train arrive?

Emerald to Lithgow train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Emerald to Lithgow?

Yes, the driving distance between Emerald to Lithgow is 1331 km. It takes approximately 15h 16m to drive from Emerald to Lithgow.

Where can I stay near Lithgow?

There are 198+ hotels available in Lithgow.

Emerald to Lithgow - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Emerald and Lithgow?

No, there is no direct bus from Emerald to Lithgow station. However, there are services departing from Emerald and arriving at Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 via Rockhampton George Street, Brisbane and Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 44m.

There are 7 ways to get from Emerald to Lithgow by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly to Sydney International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Emerald Airport (EMD) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane EMD - SYD
2. Take the train from Central Station to Lithgow Stationtrain
8h 16m
$295–994
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Emerald to Roma Streettrain
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Strathfield Stationtrain 32
3. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Lithgow Stationtrain Bmt
34h 8m
$121–3,735
Bus
1. Take the bus from Emerald to Rockhamptonbus
2. Take the bus from Rockhampton George Street to Brisbane Roma Streetbus
3. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1bus
38h 44m
$303–581
Drive 1,330.6 km
1. Drive from Emerald to Lithgowcar 1,330.6 km
15h 16m
$239–345
Fly to Newcastle Airport, train
1. Fly from Emerald Airport (EMD) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)plane EMD - NTL
2. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Strathfield Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Lithgow Stationtrain
12h 15m
$269–890
Fly to Dubbo City Regional Airport, train
1. Fly from Emerald Airport (EMD) to Dubbo City Regional Airport (DBO)plane EMD - DBO
2. Take the train from Dubbo Station to Lithgow Stationtrain
11h 12m
$765–1,516
Fly to Orange Airport, bus
1. Fly from Emerald Airport (EMD) to Orange Airport (OAG)plane EMD - OAG
2. Take the bus from 4612 Mitchell Hwy to Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1bus
10h 52m
$341–930

Emerald to Lithgow by train

2Weekly Trains

34h 8mAverage Duration

$121Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,358.7 km
Duration: 8h 16m

What companies run services between Emerald, QLD, Australia and Lithgow, NSW, Australia?

You can take a train from Emerald to Lithgow Station via Roma Street, Roma Street Station, and Strathfield Station in around 34h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Emerald to Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 via Rockhampton George Street, Brisbane Roma Street, Brisbane, and Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 in around 38h 44m.

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