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

The cheapest way to get from Katoomba to Perth is to train and fly which costs $260 - $750 and takes 8h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Katoomba to Perth is to train and fly which takes 8h 36m and costs $260 - $750.

How far is it from Katoomba to Perth?

The distance between Katoomba and Perth is 3407 km. The road distance is 3707.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Katoomba to Perth without a car is to bus and train which takes 3 days 4h and costs $850 - $9,500.

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

It takes approximately 8h 36m to get from Katoomba to Perth, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Katoomba and Perth?

Perth is 3h behind Katoomba. It is currently 3:50 AM in Katoomba and 12:50 AM in Perth.

Can I drive from Katoomba to Perth?

Yes, the driving distance between Katoomba to Perth is 3707 km. It takes approximately 39h 46m to drive from Katoomba to Perth.

Where can I stay near Perth?

There are 1500+ hotels available in Perth.

Katoomba to Perth - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Katoomba to Perth 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 Perth Airport (PER)plane SYD - PER
8h 36m
$260–740
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Katoomba to Central Stationbus
2. Take the train from Sydney Central Station to Perthtrain Syd-Per 2026
3d 4h
$886–9,048
Drive 3,707.4 km
1. Drive from Katoomba to Perthcar 3,707.4 km
39h 46m
$683–986
Drive to Orange Airport, fly
1. Drive from Katoomba to Orange-Airport-OAGcar
2. Fly from Orange Airport (OAG) to Perth Airport (PER)plane OAG - PER
9h
$522–1,246
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 Perth Airport (PER)plane NTL - PER
11h 27m
$364–986
Train to Dubbo City Regional Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Katoomba Station to Dubbo Stationtrain
2. Fly from Dubbo City Regional Airport (DBO) to Perth Airport (PER)plane DBO - PER
13h 14m
$754–1,298

Katoomba to Perth by bus and train

1Weekly Services

3d 4hAverage Duration

$886Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 3,407.4 km
Duration: 8h 36m

What companies run services between Katoomba, NSW, Australia and Perth, WA, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Katoomba to Perth. However, you can take the train to Central Station, take the train to International Airport Station, walk to Sydney International Airport (SYD) airport, fly to Perth Airport (PER), walk to Airport Central Stn Platform 1, then take the train to Perth Stn Platform 7. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Katoomba to Perth via Central Station and Sydney Central Station in around 3d 4h.

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