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

The cheapest way to get from Geelong to Katoomba is to train and bus which costs $110 - $130 and takes 14h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geelong to Katoomba is to shuttle and fly and train which takes 6h 21m and costs $170 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Geelong and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Geelong station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station/Railway Tce and arriving at Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Geelong and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct train from Geelong station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station and arriving at Katoomba Station via Southern Cross and Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 4m.

How far is it from Geelong to Katoomba?

The distance between Geelong and Katoomba is 904 km. The road distance is 926.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Geelong to Katoomba without a car is to train and bus which takes 14h 52m and costs $110 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 21m to get from Geelong to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geelong to Katoomba bus from?

Geelong to Katoomba bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Geelong Station/Railway Tce.

Where do I catch the Geelong to Katoomba train from?

Geelong to Katoomba train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Geelong Station.

Train or bus from Geelong to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Geelong to Katoomba is to train which takes 15h 4m and costs $80 - $270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 16h 26m.

Where does the Geelong to Katoomba bus arrive?

Geelong to Katoomba bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where does the Geelong to Katoomba train arrive?

Geelong to Katoomba train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Geelong to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Geelong to Katoomba is 927 km. It takes approximately 10h 23m to drive from Geelong to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 519+ hotels available in Katoomba.

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

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

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Shuttle to Melbourne Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport, train
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Geelong station to Melbourne Airport
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)MEL - SYD
3. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Station
6h 21m
$175–453
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Take the train from Southern Cross to Strathfield Station622 / ...
3. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba StationBmt
15h 4m
$80–270
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Liverpool
3. Take the train from Blacktown Station to Katoomba StationBmt
14h 52m
$113–125
Drive 926.8 km
1. Drive from Geelong to Katoomba926.8 km
10h 23m
$182–263
Train to Avalon Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Wyndham Vale Station
2. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)AVV - SYD
3. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Station
7h 39m
$146–546
Shuttle to Melbourne Airport, fly to Newcastle Airport, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Geelong station to Melbourne Airport
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)MEL - NTL
3. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Strathfield Station
4. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Station
8h 56m
$149–419
Shuttle to Melbourne Airport, fly to Orange Airport, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Geelong station to Melbourne Airport
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Orange Airport (OAG)MEL - OAG
3. Take the bus from Lucknow to Katoomba
7h 48m
$441–841
Bus
1. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St
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
16h 26m

Geelong to Katoomba by train and bus

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14h 52mAverage Duration

$113Cheapest Price

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Distance: 903.5 km
Duration: 6h 21m

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

You can take a train from Geelong Station to Katoomba Station via Southern Cross and Strathfield Station in around 15h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 in around 16h 26m.

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