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

The cheapest way to get from Lithgow to Parkes is to bus which costs $24 - $35 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lithgow to Parkes is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Lithgow and Parkes?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 station and arriving at Parkes Station, Coach Stop station. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Lithgow and Parkes?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lithgow Station station and arriving at Parkes Station station. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday. The journey takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Lithgow to Parkes?

The distance between Lithgow and Parkes is 289 km. The road distance is 216.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Lithgow to Parkes without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs $27 - $55.

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

The train from Lithgow Station to Parkes Station takes 4h 3m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Lithgow to Parkes bus from?

Lithgow to Parkes bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1.

Where do I catch the Lithgow to Parkes train from?

Lithgow to Parkes train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Lithgow Station.

Train or bus from Lithgow to Parkes?

The best way to get from Lithgow to Parkes is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs $27 - $55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $24 - $35 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Lithgow to Parkes bus arrive?

Lithgow to Parkes bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Parkes Station, Coach Stop.

Where does the Lithgow to Parkes train arrive?

Lithgow to Parkes train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Parkes Station.

Can I drive from Lithgow to Parkes?

Yes, the driving distance between Lithgow to Parkes is 216 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Lithgow to Parkes.

Where can I stay near Parkes?

There are 33+ hotels available in Parkes.

Lithgow to Parkes - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Lithgow to Parkes 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 Parkes Stationtrain 445
4h 3m
$27–55
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 to Parkes Station, Coach Stopbus 571
4h 15m
$24–35
Drive 216.3 km
1. Drive from Lithgow to Parkescar 216.3 km
2h 40m
$40–57
Drive, fly
1. Drive from Lithgow to Orange-Airport-OAGcar
2. Fly from Orange Airport (OAG) to Parkes (PKE)plane OAG - PKE
3h 24m
$142–302

Lithgow to Parkes by train

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4h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 289.2 km
Duration: 4h 3m

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

NSW TrainLink operates a train from Lithgow Station to Parkes Station twice a week. Tickets cost $27–55 and the journey takes 4h 3m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 to Parkes Station, Coach Stop twice daily. Tickets cost $24–35 and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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