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

The cheapest way to get from Yamba to Katoomba is to bus and train via Grafton which costs $65 - $240 and takes 13h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Yamba to Katoomba is to drive which takes 8h 2m and costs $130 - $190.

How far is it from Yamba to Katoomba?

The distance between Yamba and Katoomba is 844 km. The road distance is 728.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Yamba to Katoomba without a car is to bus and train via Grafton which takes 13h 38m and costs $65 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 13h 38m to get from Yamba to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Yamba to Katoomba bus from?

Yamba to Katoomba bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Yamba YHA station.

Where does the Yamba to Katoomba bus arrive?

Yamba to Katoomba bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Yamba to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Yamba to Katoomba is 729 km. It takes approximately 8h 2m to drive from Yamba to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 531+ hotels available in Katoomba.

Yamba to Katoomba - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

Q: Is there a direct bus between Yamba and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Yamba to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Yamba YHA and arriving at Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M and Westfield Parramatta, Argyle St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 2m.

There are 8 ways to get from Yamba to Katoomba by bus, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train via Grafton
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1. Take the bus from Claude St At Wooli St to Grafton Station, Coach Stopbus 144
2. Take the train from Grafton Station to Strathfield Stationtrain 34 / ...
3. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
13h 38m
$67–234
Bus
1. Take the bus from Yamba YHA to Central Stationbus Sydney
2. Take the bus from Westfield Parramatta, Argyle St to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Plbus 24Bm / ...
14h 2m
$107–251
Drive 728.5 km
1. Drive from Yamba to Katoombacar 728.5 km
8h 2m
$131–189
Bus to Coffs Harbour Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Yamba YHA to Coffs Harbourbus
2. Fly from Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane CFS - SYD
3. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Stationtrain
8h 31m
$203–400
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from MacLean to Hornsbybus Pm11
2. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba Stationtrain Bmt
14h 20m
$102–145
Bus to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Zone - River Street at McLachlan Park to Ballina Airport - Ground Transport Area near Flight Arrivalsbus
2. Fly from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane BNK - SYD
3. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Stationtrain
8h 5m
$145–429
Bus, bus to Gold Coast Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Yamba YHA to Byron Baybus
2. Take the bus from Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station to Gold Coast Airportbus
3. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane OOL - SYD
4. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Stationtrain
10h 19m
$181–445
Bus to Port Macquarie, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Yamba YHA to Port Macquariebus
2. Fly from Port Macquarie (PQQ) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane PQQ - SYD
3. Take the train from Central Station to Katoomba Stationtrain
11h 44m
$213–443

Yamba to Katoomba by bus and train

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13h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 844.3 km
Duration: 13h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Yamba YHA to Katoomba Station, Goldsmith Pl via Central Station, Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M, Parramatta Station, Stand B2, and Westfield Parramatta, Argyle St in around 14h 2m.

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