Region in New South Wales, Australia
Internet in Blue Mountains: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Blue Mountains?
Median fixed broadband in Australia is 174 Mbps and mobile is 121 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Cafés in Katoomba and Leura have free wifi; coverage is patchy in valleys and on tracks.
Getting online in Blue Mountains
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | NBN plans from about A$70–90 a month; speeds vary by village and some are on fixed wireless. |
| Cafés and coworking | Cafés in Katoomba and Leura have free wifi; coverage is patchy in valleys and on tracks. |
| Outages | Mobile signal drops on many walking tracks and in valleys; storms can cut power. |
| Tourist SIM | Prepaid SIMs from airports, supermarkets and post offices, about A$30–50 for 28 days; passport ID check at activation. Telstra covers the outback best. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Telstra, Optus, Vodafone |
| Monthly data plan | A$30–50 ($21–35) |
Coworking in Blue Mountains
There's no dedicated coworking scene here; people work from cafés and accommodation.
Internet speeds in Oceania
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
| Country | Fixed | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | 215 Mbps | 145 Mbps |
| Australia | 174 Mbps | 121 Mbps |
| Papua New Guinea | 68 Mbps | — |
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Blue Mountains?
Median fixed broadband in Australia is 174 Mbps and mobile is 121 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Cafés in Katoomba and Leura have free wifi; coverage is patchy in valleys and on tracks.
Which SIM card should I get in Blue Mountains?
Prepaid SIMs from airports, supermarkets and post offices, about A$30–50 for 28 days; passport ID check at activation. Telstra covers the outback best.
Can I use an eSIM in Australia?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Australia
- Telstra
- Optus
- Vodafone
- NSW National Parks: Blue Mountains
- Transport for NSW
- Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.