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How to get from Sydney to Katoomba by train?

From Sydney to Katoomba by train

To get from Sydney to Katoomba in Sydney, take the T2 train from St James Station station to Central Station station. Next, take the BMT train from Central Station station to Katoomba Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 21 min. The ride fare is A$6.88.

141minA$6.88
Walk to train station
Train - T2
Train - BMT
Walk to Katoomba
Leaves from St James Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    St James Station
    ID 200050
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - T2
    Wait for train
    T2
    Homebush
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Central Station
    ID 200060
    5 min
  • 4
    Train - BMT
    Wait for train
    BMT
    Lithgow
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Katoomba Station
    ID 278020
    122 min
  • 6
    Walk to Katoomba
    Walk to
    Katoomba
    150 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Sydney to Katoomba by bus and train

To get from Sydney to Katoomba in Sydney, take the 430 bus from St James Station, Elizabeth St, Stand B station to Pitt St opp Barlow St station. Next, take the BMT train from Central Station station to Katoomba Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 21 min. The ride fare is A$7.12.

141minA$7.12
Walk to bus station
Bus - 430430
Train - BMT
Walk to Katoomba
Leaves from St James Station, Elizabeth St, Stand B

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    St James Station, Elizabeth St, Stand B
    ID 2000312
    120 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 430430
    Wait for bus
    430
    Sydenham Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pitt St opp Barlow St
    ID 200083
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Central Station
    ID 200060
    210 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - BMT
    Wait for train
    BMT
    Lithgow
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Katoomba Station
    ID 278020
    122 min
  • 7
    Walk to Katoomba
    Walk to
    Katoomba
    150 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Sydney to Katoomba

The distance between Sydney, Sydney and Katoomba, Sydney is approximately 111.38 km, which can typically be travelled in 141 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Sydney to Katoomba by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Sydney – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Sydney

Sydney is located at Sydney, Sydney and the nearest public transport station is Martin Place Station, Elizabeth St, Stand E.

Train stations close to Sydney:

  • St James
  • Martin Place
  • Town Hall

Bus stations close to Sydney:

  • Martin Place Station, Elizabeth St, Stand E
  • David Jones, Castlereagh St, Stand B
  • Sheraton on the Park, Elizabeth St

Public transport stations close to Katoomba, Sydney

Katoomba is located at Katoomba, Sydney and the nearest public transport station is Parke St after College Lane.

Train stations close to Katoomba:

  • Katoomba Station
  • Leura Station

Bus stations close to Katoomba:

  • Parke St after College Lane
  • Katoomba St before Bathurst Rd
  • Parke St opp Fire Station

From Sydney to Katoomba by bus and train

To get from Sydney to Katoomba in Sydney, take the 430 bus from St James Station, Elizabeth St, Stand B station to Pitt St opp Barlow St station. Next, take the BMT train from Central Station station to Katoomba Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 21 min. The ride fare is A$7.12.

141minA$7.12
Walk to bus station
Bus - 430430
Train - BMT
Walk to Katoomba
Leaves from St James Station, Elizabeth St, Stand B

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    St James Station, Elizabeth St, Stand B
    ID 2000312
    120 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 430430
    Wait for bus
    430
    Sydenham Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pitt St opp Barlow St
    ID 200083
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Central Station
    ID 200060
    210 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - BMT
    Wait for train
    BMT
    Lithgow
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Katoomba Station
    ID 278020
    122 min
  • 7
    Walk to Katoomba
    Walk to
    Katoomba
    150 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Sydney to Katoomba?

    The fastest way takes 141 minutes, using Bus line T2, Bus line BMT.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Sydney to Katoomba?

    The alternative route takes 141 minutes, using Bus line 430, Bus line BMT.

  • Is there a direct train between Sydney and Katoomba in Sydney?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 21 min.

  • Which train line goes from Sydney to Katoomba in Sydney?

    The T2 train line goes from St James Station station near Sydney to Homebush station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Homebush station near Katoomba in Sydney

  • How long does it take to travel from Sydney to Katoomba in Sydney by train?

    The total travel time between Sydney and Katoomba in Sydney by train is about 2 hr 21 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Sydney to get to Katoomba in Sydney?

    Get on the T2 train from the St James Station station near Sydney in Sydney.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Sydney and Katoomba in Sydney?

    Get off the train at the Homebush station, which is closest to Katoomba in Sydney.

  • When is the last train from Sydney to Katoomba in Sydney?

    The last train from Sydney to Katoomba in Sydney is the Lithgow to Bathurst line. It leaves the Central Station station at 03:51.

  • How much is the train fare from Sydney to Katoomba?

    The ride from Sydney to Katoomba costs A$6.88.

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