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How to Travel from

Perth 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:
$4.17–$6.95
Train from Hamilton Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.55–$8.21
Train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.04–$6.32

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:
$40.42–$56.84

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Albury station to Central
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$58.10–$126.31

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:
$8.84–$45.47

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:
$22.74–$31.58
Bus from Lucknow to Katoomba
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$26.53–$37.89

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Perth Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$214.73–$884.17
Plane from Perth Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$416.82–$3,789.30

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Perth Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$315.77–$884.17
Plane from Perth Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
6h 55m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$543.13–$3,536.68
Plane from Perth Airport to Orange
Ave. Duration:
6h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$581.03–$1,010.48

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Perth Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$239.99–$757.86
Plane from Perth Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
8h 45m
Frequency:
Thursday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$277.88–$3,284.06
Plane from Perth Airport to Orange
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$353.67–$1,073.63

Train operators

Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific

Phone:
1800 703 357
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/indian-pacific/
Train from Perth to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
43h 15m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,263.10–$5,431.33
Train from Perth to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
3d 2h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,642.03–$5,305.02

Intercity Train

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Katoomba
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.84–$12.63

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Perth to Katoomba is to fly and train which costs $173.91 - $478.26 and takes 8h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Perth to Katoomba is to fly and train which takes 8h 3m and costs $173.91 - $478.26 .

Is there a direct train between Perth and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct train from Perth to Katoomba station. However, there are services departing from Perth and arriving at Katoomba Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 4h.

How far is it from Perth to Katoomba?

The distance between Perth and Katoomba is 3407 km. The road distance is 3847.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Perth to Katoomba without a car is to train and bus which takes 2 days 22h and costs $1195.65 - $4891.30 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 3m to get from Perth to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perth to Katoomba train from?

Perth to Katoomba train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, depart from Perth station.

What is the time difference between Perth and Katoomba?

Katoomba is 3h ahead of Perth. It is currently 14:20 in Perth and 17:20 in Katoomba.

Where does the Perth to Katoomba train arrive?

Perth to Katoomba train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, arrive at Sydney Central Station.

Can I drive from Perth to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth to Katoomba is 3848 km. It takes approximately 40h 14m to drive from Perth to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 457+ hotels available in Katoomba. Prices start at $56.79 per night.
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