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How to Travel from

Adelaide to Katoomba

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Katoomba
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.80–$5.98
Train from Broken Hill Station to Katoomba
Ave. Duration:
11h 42m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$10.87–$30.43
Train from Hamilton Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.13–$7.07
Train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.70–$5.98
Bus from Adelaide Central Bus Station, Franklin St to Blende
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.12–$19.57

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Albury station to Central
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$50.00

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Albury station to Central
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$52.17–$119.57

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from 85 Franklin St to Albury
Ave. Duration:
14h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.15–$40.22

Australia Wide Coaches

Phone:
02 9516 1300
Website:
austwidecoaches.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Katoomba
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$20.65–$28.26

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$445.65
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$380.43

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$445.65
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$173.91–$489.13

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$434.78
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$358.70

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 18m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$41.30–$152.17

Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific

Phone:
1800 703 357
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/indian-pacific/
Train from Adelaide Parklands to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
28h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$923.91–$3,695.65

Journey Beyond - The Overland

Phone:
1800 703 357
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/journeys/overland/
Train from Adelaide to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 25m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$65.22–$195.65

Intercity Train

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Katoomba
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.61–$11.96

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Adelaide to Katoomba is to bus and train which costs $10.87 - $50 and takes 19h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Adelaide to Katoomba is to fly and train which takes 5h 46m and costs $86.96 - $293.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Adelaide and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Adelaide to Katoomba. However, there are services departing from 85 Franklin St and arriving at Katoomba via Albury station and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Adelaide and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct train from Adelaide to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Adelaide and arriving at Katoomba Station via Southern Cross and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 2m.

How far is it from Adelaide to Katoomba?

The distance between Adelaide and Katoomba is 1288 km. The road distance is 1283.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Adelaide to Katoomba without a car is to bus and train which takes 19h 21m and costs $10.87 - $50 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Adelaide to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Katoomba bus from?

Adelaide to Katoomba bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from 85 Franklin St station.

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Katoomba train from?

Adelaide to Katoomba train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Adelaide station.

Train or bus from Adelaide to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Adelaide to Katoomba is to bus which takes 25h 50m and costs $65.22 - $195.65 . Alternatively, you can train via Melbourne, which costs $108.70 - $358.70 and takes 26h 2m.

Where does the Adelaide to Katoomba bus arrive?

Adelaide to Katoomba bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Albury Station/Hume Hwy.

What is the time difference between Adelaide and Katoomba?

Katoomba is 30 min ahead of Adelaide. It is currently 13:59 in Adelaide and 14:29 in Katoomba.

Where does the Adelaide to Katoomba train arrive?

Adelaide to Katoomba train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Adelaide to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Adelaide to Katoomba is 1283 km. It takes approximately 14h 26m to drive from Adelaide to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 456+ hotels available in Katoomba. Prices start at $59.17 per night.
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