PYRTPlan Your Road Trips
Create TripMy TripsCommunityMerchandise
PYRTPlan Your Road Trips
Create TripMy TripsCommunityMerchandise
L
Destinations
Home›Destinations›Leura
OceaniaAustraliaNew South Wales

Leura

New South Wales, Australia · Oceania

About Leura

Leura works well as a base: 5 minutes from Wentworth Falls, 2km from Blue Mountains National Park.

Leura is a town located in New South Wales, Australia. With a population of 4,802, it is an important destination in Oceania.

On a road trip, Leura sits in Australia, where you drive on the left. It's in the Australia/Sydney time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Leura to your route.

About Leura

Leura is a locality in the City of Blue Mountains local government area that is located 100 kilometres (62 mi) west of the Sydney central business district in New South Wales, Australia. It is one of the series of small towns stretched along the Main Western railway line and Great Western Highway that bisects the Blue

Read more Mountains National Park. Leura is situated adjacent to Katoomba, the largest centre in the upper mountains, and the two towns merge along Leura's western edge.

Read more on Wikipedia

Where to Stay in Leura

Compare prices across Booking.com, Airbnb, Expedia, and more. Select your dates to see availability.

Filter presets

Pick your must-haves once: provider links open pre-filtered. Each filter lists which sites it applies to.

Booking.comExpediaTripAdvisorHotels.comAgodaAirbnb

Compare before you book!

Prices can vary significantly between platforms. We recommend checking at least 2-3 sites to find the best deal for your stay in Leura.

Explore the Area

Discover famous landmarks, scenic roads, and more near Leura.

Loading map...
Open in Google Maps

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best things to do in Leura?

Leura offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

How do I plan a road trip to Leura?

Plan your road trip to Leura with Plan Your Road Trips! Add Leura as a destination, and we'll help you find the best route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Where is Leura located?

Leura is located in New South Wales, Australia, Oceania. The coordinates are -33.7167 latitude, 150.3333 longitude.

What is the population of Leura?

Leura has a population of approximately 4,802 people, making it a town in Australia.

Plan a Road Trip

Add to your itinerary

Start planning your road trip with Leura as a destination. Create a custom route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Start Road Trip

What's Nearby?

Discover destinations like Tinder

Swipe through stunning destinations near Leura. Save your favourites and add them to your trip.

Explore now

Quick Information

Population
4,802
Continent
Oceania
Country
Australia
Region
New South Wales
Timezone
Australia/Sydney
Coordinates
-33.7167, 150.3333

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Australia

Police
000
Ambulance
000
Fire
000
Non-emergency police
131 444
Driving side
left

112 works from mobiles. Distances between fuel stops in the outback can exceed 200 km: plan ahead. Wildlife is most active at dawn/dusk.

Full driving guide for Australia

Tags

OceaniaAustraliaNew South WalesTown

Worth the detour from Leura

7 notable places within an hour's drive.

national park

Blue Mountains National Park

Dramatic eucalyptus-clad valleys, towering sandstone cliffs, and the iconic Three Sisters rock formation.

2 km · about 5 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Three Sisters, Echo Point (Blue Mountains)

Sandstone rock formation above the Jamison Valley in the Blue Mountains, viewed from Echo Point which has a large car park and visitor centre.

3 km · about 5 min drive

natural wonder

Three Sisters, Blue Mountains

Three towering sandstone pillars rising from the Jamison Valley, sacred to the local Gundungurra Aboriginal people.

3 km · about 5 min drive

landmark

Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Mount Tomah

Cool-climate botanic garden on Bells Line of Road, a scenic alternative crossing of the Blue Mountains, with parking and escarpment views.

21 km · about 25 min drive

cafe

Fruit Bowl & Pie Shop Bilpin

A popular roadside pie shop and fruit stand on the Bells Line of Road through the Blue Mountains, famous for its apple pies and mountain views.

31 km · about 35 min drive

natural wonder

Jenolan Caves

Limestone cave system west of the Blue Mountains reached by a steep winding access road, offering guided tours through show caves.

31 km · about 35 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Kanangra Walls

A 200-metre sandstone escarpment at the wild western edge of the Blue Mountains, reached by a long gravel road from Oberon and a 20-minute clifftop walk. Vastly emptier than Echo Point.

36 km · about 40 min drive

Driving roads near Leura

  • Right hereThree Sisters, Echo Point (Blue Mountains)Sandstone rock formation above the Jamison Valley in the Blue Mountains, viewed from Echo Point which has a large car park and visitor centre.
  • 36 kmKanangra WallsA 200-metre sandstone escarpment at the wild western edge of the Blue Mountains, reached by a long gravel road from Oberon and a 20-minute clifftop walk. Vastly emptier than Echo Point.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Leura.

Blue Mountains

🇦🇺 Australia

0 km awayPop. 78,121

Katoomba

🇦🇺 Australia

2 km awayPop. 8,204

Wentworth Falls

🇦🇺 Australia

4 km awayPop. 5,928

Bullaburra

🇦🇺 Australia

8 km awayPop. 1,199

Lawson

🇦🇺 Australia

9 km awayPop. 2,651

Blackheath

🇦🇺 Australia

10 km awayPop. 4,382

Hazelbrook

🇦🇺 Australia

12 km awayPop. 4,880

Woodford

🇦🇺 Australia

14 km awayPop. 1,884

Plan a Road Trip from Leura

Create your perfect itinerary with our calendar-based planner. Add stops, discover attractions along the way, and share your trip with friends.

Start Planning
PYRT

The ultimate road trip planning platform. Discover 150,000+ destinations worldwide, plan scenic routes, and create unforgettable adventures.

Inspiration

  • Discover Trips
  • Travel Guides
  • Community

The Product

  • Calendar Planner
  • Integrations
  • How It Works
  • Collaboration Mode
  • Get the App
  • Merchandise: PYRT Supply Co.
  • Become a Creator
  • Trip Marketplace

Plan Your Trip

  • Road Trip Planner
  • Famous Routes
  • Planners by Country
  • Best Road Trip Planner App
  • Discover Road Trips
  • Events
  • Travel Guides
  • How It Works
  • My Trips
  • Community Groups

Company

  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Support
  • Contact Us
  • Sign In
  • Create Account

© 2026 Plan Your Road Trips. All rights reserved.

•[email protected]
Data sources:GeoNames (CC BY 4.0)•Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA)•Mapbox•Photography: George Lawrence