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

The cheapest way to get from Mooloolaba to Katoomba is to train which costs $70 - $600 and takes 19h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mooloolaba to Katoomba is to fly and train which takes 6h 38m and costs $100 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Mooloolaba and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Mooloolaba to Katoomba. However, there are services departing from Mooloolaba and arriving at Katoomba via Roma Street Station, Stand F and Strathfield Station, Everton Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 28m.

How far is it from Mooloolaba to Katoomba?

The distance between Mooloolaba and Katoomba is 968 km. The road distance is 1076.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Mooloolaba to Katoomba without a car is to train which takes 19h 20m and costs $70 - $600.

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Mooloolaba to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mooloolaba to Katoomba bus from?

Mooloolaba to Katoomba bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Mooloolaba station.

Train or bus from Mooloolaba to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Mooloolaba to Katoomba is to train which takes 19h 20m and costs $70 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $190 and takes 20h 28m.

Where does the Mooloolaba to Katoomba bus arrive?

Mooloolaba to Katoomba bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

What is the time difference between Mooloolaba and Katoomba?

Katoomba is 1h ahead of Mooloolaba. It is currently 12:57 AM in Mooloolaba and 1:57 AM in Katoomba.

Can I drive from Mooloolaba to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Mooloolaba to Katoomba is 1076 km. It takes approximately 11h 41m to drive from Mooloolaba to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 536+ hotels available in Katoomba.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Mooloolaba to Katoomba by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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

Fly from Sunshine Coast Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MCY - SYD
2. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Stationtrain
6h 38m
$107–345
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Roma Streettrain
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Strathfield Stationtrain 32
3. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
19h 20m
$74–571
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mooloolaba to Brisbanebus
2. Take the bus from Roma Street Station, Stand F to Strathfield Station, Everton Rd, Stand Abus
3. Take the bus from Strathfield Station, Everton Rd to Katoombabus
20h 28m
$121–185
Drive 1,076.4 km
1. Drive from Mooloolaba to Katoombacar 1,076.4 km
11h 41m
$200–288
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Eagle Junction station, platform 3train
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane BNE - SYD
3. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Stationtrain
8h 14m
$134–339
Train, train to Gold Coast Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Bowen Hills station, platform 3train
2. Take the train from Bowen Hills station, platform 1 to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2train
3. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane OOL - SYD
4. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Stationtrain
10h 15m
$104–417
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Central station, platform 5train
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central Stationbus
3. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
23h 18m
$159–342

Mooloolaba to Katoomba by bus and train

14Weekly Services

19h 20mAverage Duration

$74Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Mooloolaba to Katoomba.

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Distance: 968.4 km
Duration: 6h 38m

What companies run services between Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia and Katoomba, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Mooloolaba, River Esplanade to Katoomba Station via Landsborough station, stop A, Landsborough station, platform 2, Roma Street, Roma Street Station, and Strathfield Station in around 19h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mooloolaba to Katoomba via Brisbane, Roma Street Station, Stand F, Strathfield Station, Everton Rd, Stand A, and Strathfield Station, Everton Rd in around 20h 28m.

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