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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Katoomba is to train which costs $8 - $11 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Katoomba is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Katoomba?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 station and arriving at Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Katoomba?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Central Station station and arriving at Katoomba Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Sydney to Katoomba?

The distance between Sydney and Katoomba is 103 km. The road distance is 102 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Katoomba without a car is to bus which takes 2h and costs $11 - $50.

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

The bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl takes 2h including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Katoomba bus from?

Sydney to Katoomba bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Katoomba train from?

Sydney to Katoomba train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Sydney to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Sydney to Katoomba is to bus which takes 2h and costs $11 - $50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $8 - $11 and takes 2h.

Where does the Sydney to Katoomba bus arrive?

Sydney to Katoomba bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl.

Where does the Sydney to Katoomba train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydney to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Katoomba is 102 km. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Sydney to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 523+ hotels available in Katoomba.

Sydney to Katoomba - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Sydney to Katoomba by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl2701
2h
$11–50
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba StationBmt
2h
$8–11
Drive 102 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Katoomba102 km
1h 21m
$20–29

Sydney to Katoomba by bus

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Distance: 103.4 km
Duration: 2h

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Katoomba, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl 6 times a week. Tickets cost $11–17 and the journey takes 2h. Australia Wide Coaches also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, Intercity Trains operates a train from Central Station to Katoomba Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–11 and the journey takes 2h.

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