How to get to Scenic World
Scenic World is on the clifftop at the southern edge of Katoomba, about 100 km west of Sydney and 3 km from Katoomba station. Most visitors without a car take the train from Sydney and a local bus for the last stretch.
From Sydney to Scenic World by train and bus
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Go to Central station
Blue Mountains Line intercity trains leave from Central's intercity platforms at least every hour. No booking is needed.
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Tap on and board the train
Tap an Opal card or a contactless bank card at the gates to pay, and tap it again on the way out at Katoomba. There is no ticket to buy in advance.
- About 2 hours
Get off at Katoomba
The train stops at Parramatta, Penrith and Springwood on the way; express trains make fewer stops.
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Bus 686 or 686G to Scenic World
Both routes stop outside Katoomba station and outside the main entrance. Tap on with the same card.
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Show your voucher at the entrance
Arrive within the 30-minute window of your session time.
Other ways to get there
Blue Mountains Explorer Bus: a hop-on hop-off loop from Katoomba station past Scenic World to Leura, with live commentary on board. A day pass on Klook costs A$37 (A$10 for children), or A$119 with entry included.
By car: about 90 minutes from central Sydney on the M4 and the Great Western Highway. Parking in the multi-storey car park is free, with a 2 m height limit and four EV chargers on level 3.
On foot from Echo Point: the Prince Henry Cliff Walk links the Three Sisters lookout at Echo Point with Scenic World, about 2 km along the clifftop. Allow 45 minutes to over an hour.
On a day tour: guided coach tours from central Sydney include the rides, Echo Point and Leura; see day tours and prices.
Address and operating hours
- Address
- 1 Violet Street, Katoomba NSW 2780, Australia
Opening hours
- Monday – Friday10:00 – 16:00
- Saturday – Sunday09:00 – 17:00
Open every day of the year. NSW school holidays and public holidays keep the weekend hours, which can stretch on busy days. The last rides leave the top stations 20 minutes before closing.
Getting there: questions
How much is the train from Sydney to Katoomba?
A few dollars each way with an Opal card or a contactless bank card. Fares change every July, so check the Transport for NSW trip planner before you travel.
Is Scenic World wheelchair accessible?
Partly. The Skyway, the Cableway and the 10-minute boardwalk between the valley stations are accessible; the Railway and the longer boardwalk loops are not. Contact Scenic World ahead to discuss your needs.
Is there luggage storage on site?
No, there is no luggage storage on site. Blue Mountains Bag Storage, a separate business in Katoomba, keeps bags if you are passing through with a suitcase.
Is the Zig Zag Railway near Scenic World?
No. The Zig Zag Railway is a separate heritage steam railway at Clarence, near Lithgow, further west across the Blue Mountains. It has no link with the Scenic Railway at Scenic World. Zig Zag Railway tours