What is the cheapest way to get from Bankstown to Newcastle?

The cheapest way to get from Bankstown to Newcastle is to bus which costs $12 - $18 and takes 3h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bankstown to Newcastle?

The fastest way to get from Bankstown to Newcastle is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Bankstown and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Bankstown to Newcastle. However, there are services departing from Chapel Rd After Rickard Rd and arriving at Newcastle Interchange, Stand B via Strathfield Station, Albert Rd, Stand E and Hornsby Station Taxi Rank, Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Bankstown and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct train from Bankstown station to Newcastle. However, there are services departing from Bankstown Station and arriving at Newcastle Interchange via Lidcombe Station and Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Bankstown to Newcastle?

The distance between Bankstown and Newcastle is 166 km. The road distance is 157.3 km.

How do I travel from Bankstown to Newcastle without a car?

The best way to get from Bankstown to Newcastle without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs $13 - $20.

How long does it take to get from Bankstown to Newcastle?

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Bankstown to Newcastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bankstown to Newcastle bus from?

Bankstown to Newcastle bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Strathfield Station, Albert Rd, Stand E.

Where do I catch the Bankstown to Newcastle train from?

Bankstown to Newcastle train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Strathfield Station.

Train or bus from Bankstown to Newcastle?

The best way to get from Bankstown to Newcastle is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs $13 - $20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $12 - $18 and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Bankstown to Newcastle bus arrive?

Bankstown to Newcastle bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Hornsby Station, George St.

Where does the Bankstown to Newcastle train arrive?

Bankstown to Newcastle train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Newcastle Interchange station.

Can I drive from Bankstown to Newcastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Bankstown to Newcastle is 157 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Bankstown to Newcastle.

Where can I stay near Newcastle?

There are 485+ hotels available in Newcastle.

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There are 3 ways to get from Bankstown to Newcastle by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Newcastle Interchangetrain Ccn
3h 17m
$13–19
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Strathfield Station, Albert Rd, Stand E to Hornsby Station, George Stbus 1T9
2. Take the bus from Hornsby Station Taxi Rank, Station St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Bbus 15Cn
3h 52m
$12–18
Drive 157.3 km
1. Drive from Bankstown to Newcastlecar 157.3 km
2h 4m
$29–41

Bankstown to Newcastle by train

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Distance: 165.7 km
Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between Bankstown, NSW, Australia and Newcastle, NSW, Australia?

Intercity Trains operates a train from Strathfield Station to Newcastle Interchange every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 2h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chapel Rd After Rickard Rd to Newcastle Interchange, Stand B via Strathfield Station, Albert Rd, Stand E, Hornsby Station, George St, and Hornsby Station Taxi Rank, Station St in around 3h 52m.

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