Sydney to Bathurst road trip: Distance, driving time & attractions
Hassans Walls and Lithgow
The final part of the Sydney to Lithgow section of the Sydney to Bathurst drive crosses the Pass of Victoria into Hartley, then goes past the supreme lookouts at Hassans Walls.
Things to do in Lithgow include getting a taste of the coal-mining past at the Lithgow State Mine Heritage Park and learning about historic guns at the Lithgow Small Arms Factory,
Top Lithgow accommodation choices
The best places to stay in Lithgow are:
- For the highest guest ratings: Lithgow Workies Club Motel.
- For heritage and charm: Wenvoe Historic Retreat.
- For a heated outdoor pool: Zig Zag Motel and Apartments.
Sydney to Bathurst drive: Lithgow to Bathurst
The Lithgow to Bathurst leg of the Sydney to Bathurst drive is only 67km long, but there are a few decent attractions on the way. Top spots include the Marrangaroo National Park around the Coxs River, trout-fishing hotspot Thompsons Creek Reservoir and the peaceful Sunny Corner State Forest.
Attractions in Bathurst include Abercrombie House, the Bathurst Rail Museum and the Mount Panorama racing circuit. The Rydges Bathurst hotel is right next to the race track.
13 brilliant experiences in Sydney you should book
- (💲Great value 💲) Tick off several bucket list items on a highlights-packed Blue Mountains day tour.
- Get perfect views of the world’s most beautiful city on a Sydney Harbour helicopter tour.
- Save money with a multi-attraction pass.
- ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Enjoy the romance of a tall ship cruise on Sydney Harbour.
- Eat all you can at the Skyfeast at the top of Sydney Tower.
- See migrating humpbacks – on a whale-watching cruise.
- (Highly recommended ✅) Go behind the scenes of Australia’s most famous building on an Opera House tour.
- Dine as the city lights up on sunset dinner cruise around the harbour.
- Combine beers and stories on a historic pubs tour through the convict-era Rocks district.
- Stand on your board and catch waves during Bondi Beach surfing lessons.
- Go to wombat and kangaroo-spotting hotspots on a Southern Highlands tour.
- Enjoy Sydney’s wild side on a Manly snorkelling & nature walk.
- (🥇Top choice in Sydney) And, best of all, paddle to hidden beaches on a harbour kayaking adventure.
More Bathurst distances and driving times
Bathurst to Canberra: Distance 253km, driving time 3h13m.
Bathurst to Cowra: Distance 106km, driving time 1h16m.
Bathurst to Dubbo: Distance 197km, driving time 2h30m. (More Dubbo driving times)
Bathurst to Lithgow: Distance 63km, driving time 47m.
Bathurst to Mudgee: Distance 127km, driving time 1h28m.
Bathurst to Orange: Distance 57km, driving time 47m. (More Orange driving times)