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

The cheapest way to get from The Rocks to Katoomba is to train which costs $11 - $17 and takes 2h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from The Rocks to Katoomba is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between The Rocks and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from The Rocks station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Martin Place Station, Elizabeth St, Stand F and arriving at Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

Is there a direct train between The Rocks and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct train from The Rocks station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Circular Quay Station and arriving at Katoomba Station via Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from The Rocks to Katoomba?

The distance between The Rocks and Katoomba is 113 km. The road distance is 102.6 km.

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

The best way to get from The Rocks to Katoomba without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs $11 - $17.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from The Rocks to Katoomba, including transfers.

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

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

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

The Rocks to Katoomba train services, operated by Sydney Trains, depart from Circular Quay Station.

Train or bus from The Rocks to Katoomba?

The best way to get from The Rocks to Katoomba is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs $11 - $17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $13 - $20 and takes 3h 9m.

Where does the The Rocks to Katoomba bus arrive?

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

Where does the The Rocks to Katoomba train arrive?

The Rocks to Katoomba train services, operated by Sydney Trains, arrive at Strathfield Station.

Can I drive from The Rocks to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between The Rocks to Katoomba is 103 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from The Rocks to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 518+ hotels available in Katoomba.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Circular Quay Station to Strathfield StationT2 / ...
2. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba StationBmt
2h 39m
$12–17
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Circular Quay Station to Granville StationT2 / ...
2. Take the train from Granville Station to Penrith StationT1
3. Take the bus from Penrith Station, Stand F to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl
3h 8m
$6–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl2701
3h 9m
$13–20
Drive 102.6 km
1. Drive from The Rocks to Katoomba102.6 km
1h 23m
$20–29

The Rocks to Katoomba by train

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2h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 113 km
Duration: 2h 39m

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

You can take a train from Circular Quay Station to Katoomba Station via Strathfield Station in around 2h 39m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl 4 times a week. Tickets cost $11–17 and the journey takes 2h.

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