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

The cheapest way to get from Parkes to Parramatta is to bus which costs $35 - $55 and takes 7h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Parkes to Parramatta is to fly and train which takes 2h 55m and costs $170 - $280.

Is there a direct bus between Parkes and Parramatta?

No, there is no direct bus from Parkes station to Parramatta station. However, there are services departing from Parkes Station, Coach Stop and arriving at Parramatta Station, Fitzwilliam St via Bathurst Station, Coach Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Parkes and Parramatta?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Parkes Station station and arriving at Parramatta Station station. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday. The journey takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Parkes to Parramatta?

The distance between Parkes and Parramatta is 342 km. The road distance is 330 km.

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

The best way to get from Parkes to Parramatta without a car is to train which takes 6h 22m and costs $35 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Parkes to Parramatta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Parkes to Parramatta bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Parkes to Parramatta train from?

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

Train or bus from Parkes to Parramatta?

The best way to get from Parkes to Parramatta is to train which takes 6h 22m and costs $35 - $70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $55 and takes 7h 40m.

Where does the Parkes to Parramatta bus arrive?

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

Where does the Parkes to Parramatta train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Parkes to Parramatta?

Yes, the driving distance between Parkes to Parramatta is 330 km. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Parkes to Parramatta.

Where can I stay near Parramatta?

There are 4140+ hotels available in Parramatta.

Parkes to Parramatta - 6 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Parkes to Parramatta by car, plane, train, or bus

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Drive to Orange Airport, fly
best
1. Drive from Parkes to Orange-Airport-OAG
2. Fly from Orange Airport (OAG) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)OAG - SYD
2h 56m
$183–332
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Parkes Station to Parramatta Station446
6h 22m
$35–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parkes Station, Coach Stop to Bathurst Station, Coach Stop572
2. Take the bus from Bathurst Station, Coach Stop to Parramatta Station, Fitzwilliam St2804 / ...
7h 40m
$36–52
Drive 330 km
1. Drive from Parkes to Parramatta330 km
4h 18m
$63–91
Fly from Parkes, train
1. Fly from Parkes (PKE) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)PKE - SYD
2. Take the train from Central Station to Parramatta Station
2h 55m
$174–273
Bus to Dubbo City Regional Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Parkes Station, Coach Stop to Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1
2. Fly from Dubbo City Regional Airport (DBO) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)DBO - SYD
4h 28m
$225–433

Parkes to Parramatta by train

2Weekly Trains

6h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 342.4 km
Duration: 2h 56m

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

NSW TrainLink operates a train from Parkes Station to Parramatta Station twice a week. Tickets cost $35–70 and the journey takes 6h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkes Station, Coach Stop to Parramatta Station, Fitzwilliam St via Bathurst Station, Coach Stop in around 7h 40m.

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