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

The cheapest way to get from Katoomba to Kiama is to train which costs $16 - $23 and takes 5h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Katoomba to Kiama is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Katoomba and Kiama?

No, there is no direct bus from Katoomba to Kiama. However, there are services departing from Katoomba and arriving at Kiama Bombo via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Katoomba and Kiama?

No, there is no direct train from Katoomba station to Kiama station. However, there are services departing from Katoomba Station and arriving at Kiama Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Katoomba to Kiama?

The distance between Katoomba and Kiama is 228 km. The road distance is 172.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Katoomba to Kiama without a car is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs $16 - $23.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Katoomba to Kiama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Katoomba to Kiama bus from?

Katoomba to Kiama bus services, operated by Australia Wide Coaches, depart from Katoomba station.

Where do I catch the Katoomba to Kiama train from?

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

Train or bus from Katoomba to Kiama?

The best way to get from Katoomba to Kiama is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs $16 - $23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $90 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Katoomba to Kiama bus arrive?

Katoomba to Kiama bus services, operated by Australia Wide Coaches, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Katoomba to Kiama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Katoomba to Kiama?

Yes, the driving distance between Katoomba to Kiama is 173 km. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Katoomba to Kiama.

Where can I stay near Kiama?

There are 643+ hotels available in Kiama.

Katoomba to Kiama - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Katoomba to Kiama by train, 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
best
1. Take the train from Katoomba Station to Central StationBmt
2. Take the train from Central Station to Kiama StationSco
5h 11m
$16–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Katoomba to Central Station
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Kiama BomboPm2
5h 25m
$61–88
Drive 172.9 km
1. Drive from Katoomba to Kiama172.9 km
2h 30m
$33–48
Train via Sutherland
1. Take the train from Katoomba Station to Strathfield StationBmt
2. Take the train from Hurstville Station to Kiama StationSco
5h 13m
$17–26

Katoomba to Kiama by train

134Weekly Trains

5h 11mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Katoomba to Kiama.

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Distance: 227.9 km
Duration: 5h 11m

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

You can take a train from Katoomba Station to Kiama Station via Central Station in around 5h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Katoomba to Kiama Bombo via Central Station in around 5h 25m.

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