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

The cheapest way to get from Lithgow to Balmain is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Lithgow to Balmain is to drive which takes 2h and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Lithgow and Balmain?

No, there is no direct bus from Lithgow to Balmain. However, there are services departing from Lithgow Post Office, Main St and arriving at Darling St At Mort St via Lithgow and Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Lithgow and Balmain?

No, there is no direct train from Lithgow station to Balmain station. However, there are services departing from Lithgow Station and arriving at The Star station via Central Grand Concourse station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Lithgow to Balmain?

The distance between Lithgow and Balmain is 158 km. The road distance is 136.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Lithgow to Balmain without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs $13 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Lithgow to Balmain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lithgow to Balmain bus from?

Lithgow to Balmain bus services, operated by Australia Wide Coaches, depart from Lithgow station.

Where do I catch the Lithgow to Balmain train from?

Lithgow to Balmain train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Lithgow Station.

Train or bus from Lithgow to Balmain?

The best way to get from Lithgow to Balmain is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs $13 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Lithgow to Balmain bus arrive?

Lithgow to Balmain bus services, operated by Australia Wide Coaches, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Lithgow to Balmain train arrive?

Lithgow to Balmain train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Lithgow to Balmain?

Yes, the driving distance between Lithgow to Balmain is 137 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Lithgow to Balmain.

Where can I stay near Balmain?

There are 5108+ hotels available in Balmain.

Lithgow to Balmain - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Lithgow to Balmain by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Lithgow Station to Central Stationtrain Bmt
3h 18m
$14–147
Train, line 52 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lithgow Station to Parramatta Stationtrain Bmt
2. Take the bus from Parramatta Station, Stand A3 to Victoria Rd After Darling Stbus 52
3h 22m
$12–144
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lithgow to Central Stationbus
4h 23m
$46–67
Drive 136.6 km
1. Drive from Lithgow to Balmaincar 136.6 km
2h
$25–36
Drive, fly
1. Drive from Lithgow to Orange-Airport-OAGcar
2. Fly from Orange Airport (OAG) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane OAG - SYD
2h 42m
$214–374

Lithgow to Balmain by train and tram

161Weekly Services

3h 18mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 158.2 km
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Lithgow, NSW, Australia and Balmain, NSW, Australia?

Intercity Trains operates a train from Lithgow Station to Central Station hourly. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 3h 4m. NSW TrainLink XPT also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Australia Wide Coaches operates a bus from Lithgow to Central Station 6 times a week. Tickets cost $40–60 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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