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

The cheapest way to get from Parkes to Lithgow is to bus which costs $24 - $35 and takes 4h 30m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Parkes and Lithgow?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Parkes Station, Coach Stop station and arriving at Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 station. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Parkes and Lithgow?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Parkes Station station and arriving at Lithgow Station station. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday. The journey takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Parkes to Lithgow?

The distance between Parkes and Lithgow is 289 km. The road distance is 216.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Parkes to Lithgow without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs $27 - $55.

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

The train from Parkes Station to Lithgow Station takes 4h 25m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Parkes to Lithgow bus from?

Parkes to Lithgow bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Parkes Station, Coach Stop.

Where do I catch the Parkes to Lithgow train from?

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

Train or bus from Parkes to Lithgow?

The best way to get from Parkes to Lithgow is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs $27 - $55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $24 - $35 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Parkes to Lithgow bus arrive?

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

Where does the Parkes to Lithgow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Parkes to Lithgow?

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

Where can I stay near Lithgow?

There are 189+ hotels available in Lithgow.

Parkes to Lithgow - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Parkes to Lithgow by train, 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
best
1. Take the train from Parkes Station to Lithgow Station446
4h 25m
$27–55
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parkes Station, Coach Stop to Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1572
4h 30m
$24–35
Drive 216.4 km
1. Drive from Parkes to Lithgow216.4 km
2h 40m
$41–60

Parkes to Lithgow by train

2Weekly Trains

4h 25mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 289.2 km
Duration: 4h 25m

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

NSW TrainLink operates a train from Parkes Station to Lithgow Station twice a week. Tickets cost $27–55 and the journey takes 4h 25m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Parkes Station, Coach Stop to Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 twice daily. Tickets cost $24–35 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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