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

The cheapest way to get from Katoomba to Adelaide is to bus which costs $120 - $190 and takes 25h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Katoomba to Adelaide is to train and fly which takes 5h 55m and costs $150 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Katoomba and Adelaide?

No, there is no direct bus from Katoomba station to Adelaide. However, there are services departing from Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl and arriving at 85 Franklin St via Parramatta Station, Stand B2, Liverpool and Albury Station/Hume Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Katoomba and Adelaide?

No, there is no direct train from Katoomba station to Adelaide. However, there are services departing from Katoomba Station and arriving at Adelaide Parklands via Sydney Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 27m.

How far is it from Katoomba to Adelaide?

The distance between Katoomba and Adelaide is 1288 km. The road distance is 1272.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Katoomba to Adelaide without a car is to train and bus which takes 19h 31m and costs $100 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 55m to get from Katoomba to Adelaide, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Katoomba to Adelaide bus from?

Katoomba to Adelaide bus services, operated by CDC NSW Blue Mountains Transit, depart from Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl.

Where do I catch the Katoomba to Adelaide train from?

Katoomba to Adelaide train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Katoomba Station.

Train or bus from Katoomba to Adelaide?

The best way to get from Katoomba to Adelaide is to bus which takes 25h 40m and costs $120 - $190. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $390 - $4,400 and takes 29h 27m.

Where does the Katoomba to Adelaide bus arrive?

Katoomba to Adelaide bus services, operated by CDC NSW Blue Mountains Transit, arrive at Parramatta Station, Stand A1.

What is the time difference between Katoomba and Adelaide?

Adelaide is 30 min behind Katoomba. It is currently 6:25 AM in Katoomba and 5:55 AM in Adelaide.

Where does the Katoomba to Adelaide train arrive?

Katoomba to Adelaide train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Katoomba to Adelaide?

Yes, the driving distance between Katoomba to Adelaide is 1273 km. It takes approximately 14h 15m to drive from Katoomba to Adelaide.

Where can I stay near Adelaide?

There are 1486+ hotels available in Adelaide.

Katoomba to Adelaide - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Katoomba to Adelaide by train, plane, bus, or car

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

Train to Sydney International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Katoomba Station to Central Stationtrain
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)plane SYD - ADL
5h 55m
$151–389
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Katoomba Station to Broken Hill Stationtrain 445
2. Take the bus from Blende St After Bromide St to Adelaide Central Bus Station, Franklin Stbus 585
19h 31m
$106–195
Bus
1. Take the bus from Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl to Parramatta Station, Stand A1bus
2. Take the bus from Liverpool to Albury stationbus
3. Take the bus from Albury Station/Hume Hwy to 85 Franklin Stbus
25h 40m
$124–185
Drive 1,272.7 km
1. Drive from Katoomba to Adelaidecar 1,272.7 km
14h 15m
$230–333
Drive to Orange Airport, fly
1. Drive from Katoomba to Orange-Airport-OAGcar
2. Fly from Orange Airport (OAG) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)plane OAG - ADL
6h 29m
$402–744
Train, train to Newcastle Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Katoomba Station to Strathfield Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Hamilton Stationtrain
3. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)plane NTL - ADL
8h 55m
$215–585
Train
1. Take the train from Katoomba Station to Central Stationtrain Bmt
2. Take the train from Sydney Central Station to Adelaide Parklandstrain Syd-Adl 2026
29h 27m
$398–4,311

Katoomba to Adelaide by train, foot, and bus

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19h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,288.4 km
Duration: 5h 55m

What companies run services between Katoomba, NSW, Australia and Adelaide, SA, Australia?

You can take a bus from Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl to 85 Franklin St via Parramatta Station, Stand B2, Liverpool Station, Stand C, Liverpool, and Albury Station/Hume Hwy in around 25h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Katoomba Station to Adelaide Parklands via Central Station and Sydney Central Station in around 29h 27m.

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