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

The cheapest way to get from Warrnambool to Katoomba is to train and bus which costs $110 - $130 and takes 17h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Warrnambool to Katoomba is to train and shuttle and fly which takes 8h 59m and costs $180 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Warrnambool and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Warrnambool station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Warrnambool Station/Merri St and arriving at Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Ballarat, Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Warrnambool and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct train from Warrnambool station to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Warrnambool Station and arriving at Katoomba Station via Southern Cross and Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 19m.

How far is it from Warrnambool to Katoomba?

The distance between Warrnambool and Katoomba is 1098 km. The road distance is 1108.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Warrnambool to Katoomba without a car is to train and bus which takes 17h 7m and costs $110 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 8h 59m to get from Warrnambool to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Warrnambool to Katoomba bus from?

Warrnambool to Katoomba bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Warrnambool Station/Merri St.

Where do I catch the Warrnambool to Katoomba train from?

Warrnambool to Katoomba train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Warrnambool Station.

Train or bus from Warrnambool to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Warrnambool to Katoomba is to train which takes 17h 19m and costs $80 - $280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 20h 45m.

Where does the Warrnambool to Katoomba bus arrive?

Warrnambool to Katoomba bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St.

Where does the Warrnambool to Katoomba train arrive?

Warrnambool to Katoomba train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Warrnambool to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Warrnambool to Katoomba is 1109 km. It takes approximately 12h 27m to drive from Warrnambool to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 526+ hotels available in Katoomba.

Warrnambool to Katoomba - 8 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, and bus

There are 8 ways to get from Warrnambool to Katoomba by train, shuttle, plane, bus, or car

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Train, shuttle to Melbourne Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport
best
1. Take the train from Warrnambool Station to Geelong Station
2. Take a shuttle bus from Geelong station to Melbourne Airport
3. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)MEL - SYD
4. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Station
8h 59m
$183–473
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Warrnambool Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Take the train from Southern Cross to Strathfield Station622 / ...
3. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba StationBmt
17h 19m
$81–272
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Warrnambool Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Liverpool
3. Take the train from Blacktown Station to Katoomba StationBmt
17h 7m
$114–127
Drive 1,108.5 km
1. Drive from Warrnambool to Katoomba1,108.5 km
12h 27m
$212–307
Train, bus to Avalon Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport
1. Take the train from Warrnambool Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Take the bus from Skybus Coach Terminal to Avalon Airport/Outside Terminal
3. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)AVV - SYD
4. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Station
10h 54m
$147–613
Train, shuttle to Melbourne Airport, fly to Newcastle Airport
1. Take the train from Warrnambool Station to Geelong Station
2. Take a shuttle bus from Geelong station to Melbourne Airport
3. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)MEL - NTL
4. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Strathfield Station
5. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Station
11h 30m
$167–529
Train, shuttle to Melbourne Airport, fly to Orange Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Warrnambool Station to Geelong Station
2. Take a shuttle bus from Geelong station to Melbourne Airport
3. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Orange Airport (OAG)MEL - OAG
4. Take the bus from Lucknow to Katoomba
10h 25m
$439–901
Bus
1. Take the bus from Warrnambool Station/Merri St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St
2. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminal
3. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Central Station
4. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl
20h 45m

Warrnambool to Katoomba by train and bus

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17h 7mAverage Duration

$114Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,098.1 km
Duration: 8h 59m

What companies run services between Warrnambool, VIC, Australia and Katoomba, NSW, Australia?

You can take a train from Warrnambool Station to Katoomba Station via Southern Cross and Strathfield Station in around 17h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Warrnambool Station/Merri St to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Ballarat, Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, and Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 in around 20h 45m.

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