What is the cheapest way to get from North Rocks to Katoomba?

The cheapest way to get from North Rocks to Katoomba is to bus and train which costs $12 - $18 and takes 2h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from North Rocks to Katoomba?

The fastest way to get from North Rocks to Katoomba is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between North Rocks and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from North Rocks to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from M2 Motorway, Barclay Rd and arriving at Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via St Marys Station, Forrester Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

Is there a direct train between North Rocks and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct train from North Rocks station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Seven Hills Station and arriving at Katoomba Station via Blacktown Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from North Rocks to Katoomba?

The distance between North Rocks and Katoomba is 86 km. The road distance is 84.7 km.

How do I travel from North Rocks to Katoomba without a car?

The best way to get from North Rocks to Katoomba without a car is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs $13 - $21.

How long does it take to get from North Rocks to Katoomba?

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from North Rocks to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the North Rocks to Katoomba bus from?

North Rocks to Katoomba bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from St Marys Station, Forrester Rd.

Where do I catch the North Rocks to Katoomba train from?

North Rocks to Katoomba train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Blacktown Station.

Train or bus from North Rocks to Katoomba?

The best way to get from North Rocks to Katoomba is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs $13 - $21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $12 - $23 and takes 2h 54m.

Where does the North Rocks to Katoomba bus arrive?

North Rocks to Katoomba bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl.

Where does the North Rocks to Katoomba train arrive?

North Rocks to Katoomba train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Katoomba Station.

Can I drive from North Rocks to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between North Rocks to Katoomba is 85 km. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from North Rocks to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 511+ hotels available in Katoomba.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from North Rocks to Katoomba by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blacktown Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
1h 56m
$14–21
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Marys Station, Forrester Rd to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Plbus 59Bm / ...
2h 54m
$13–23
Drive 84.7 km
1. Drive from North Rocks to Katoombacar 84.7 km
1h 9m
$16–23
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Barclay Rd Opp Muirfield High School to Blacktown Station, Stand Dbus 630
2. Take the train from Blacktown Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
2h 24m
$13–18

North Rocks to Katoomba by bus and train

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Distance: 86.1 km
Duration: 1h 56m

What companies run services between North Rocks, NSW, Australia and Katoomba, NSW, Australia?

Intercity Trains operates a train from Blacktown Station to Katoomba Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 1h 24m. Alternatively, Transport for NSW operates a bus from St Marys Station, Forrester Rd to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl every 4 hours. Tickets cost $6–10 and the journey takes 1h 21m. CDC NSW Blue Mountains Transit also services this route 4 times a day.

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