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
$150
1 night at 3-star hotel
Blacktown in January
Estimated hotel price
$150
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 19 miles 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 19 miles 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 720 miles and will cost you around $246. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $162 for a journey of 1020 miles.

Plane

Although Blacktown doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Sydney Airport (SYD), which is located 19 miles 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 19 miles 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 720 miles and will cost you around $246. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $162 for a journey of 1020 miles.

Airports near Blacktown

Airlines serving Blacktown

Lufthansa
Good (4,667 reviews)
KLM
Good (858 reviews)
SWISS
Good (925 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,492 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,602 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,303 reviews)
Air France
Good (978 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,560 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (475 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,942 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,127 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,791 reviews)
Finnair
Good (880 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (916 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,582 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (400 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (713 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)
$167+
Nightcap at Colyton Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$142+

Hiring a car in Blacktown

Hiring a car in Blacktown costs $78 per day, on average, or $156 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, 27% more expensive than at Sydney Kingsford Smith.

Expect to pay $1.77 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 $21.20 and $28.27. 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 $78 per day, on average, or $156 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, 27% more expensive than at Sydney Kingsford Smith.

Expect to pay $1.77 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 $21.20 and $28.27. 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.