Blacktown travel guide

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You're Going to Love Blacktown

With a population of 46.942, Blacktown is a must-see destination in New South Wales, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Blacktown deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Blacktown

If you’re looking for affordable options, Zeejaan (166 Main St) and Cucina Locale Revolving Restaurant (Level 5 55 Campbell St) are great picks.

When to visit Blacktown

Blacktown in January
Estimated hotel price
$149
1 night at 3-star hotel
Blacktown in January
Estimated hotel price
$149
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Blacktown

Plane

Although Blacktown doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Sydney Airport (SYD), which is located 31 km from Blacktown. Newcastle Williamtown is the most popular, with regular flights from Emirates, Jetstar, Qantas Airways and other airlines departing from Australia.

Car

Another option to get to Blacktown is to pick up a car hire from Sydney, which is about 30 km from Blacktown. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and East Coast Car Rentals, among others, in Sydney.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Blacktown. From Melbourne, the bus ride to Blacktown takes 1159 km and will cost you around $261. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $81 for a journey of 1642 km.

Plane

Although Blacktown doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Sydney Airport (SYD), which is located 31 km from Blacktown. Newcastle Williamtown is the most popular, with regular flights from Emirates, Jetstar, Qantas Airways and other airlines departing from Australia.

Car

Another option to get to Blacktown is to pick up a car hire from Sydney, which is about 30 km from Blacktown. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and East Coast Car Rentals, among others, in Sydney.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Blacktown. From Melbourne, the bus ride to Blacktown takes 1159 km and will cost you around $261. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $81 for a journey of 1642 km.

Airports near Blacktown

Airlines serving Blacktown

Lufthansa
Good (4,664 reviews)
KLM
Good (850 reviews)
SWISS
Good (942 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,540 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,615 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,306 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,584 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (484 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,962 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,467 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,860 reviews)
Finnair
Good (871 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (827 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,652 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (401 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (716 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Blacktown

Most booked hotels in Blacktown

Quest Bella Vista
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$181+
Nightcap at Colyton Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$140+

Hiring a car in Blacktown

Hiring a car in Blacktown costs $81 per day, on average, or $162 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 36% more expensive than at Sydney Kingsford Smith.

Expect to pay $1.75 per litre in Blacktown (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $20.90 and $27.87. The most frequently booked car type in Blacktown is Mini (Kia Carnival or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Auris or similar) is, on average, 62% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Blacktown costs $81 per day, on average, or $162 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 36% more expensive than at Sydney Kingsford Smith.

Expect to pay $1.75 per litre in Blacktown (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $20.90 and $27.87. The most frequently booked car type in Blacktown is Mini (Kia Carnival or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Auris or similar) is, on average, 62% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.