What is the cheapest way to get from Bateau Bay to Nelson Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Bateau Bay to Nelson Bay is to train and bus which costs $16 - $23 and takes 3h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bateau Bay to Nelson Bay?

The fastest way to get from Bateau Bay to Nelson Bay is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Bateau Bay and Nelson Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Bateau Bay to Nelson Bay. However, there are services departing from Central Coast Hwy Opp The Entrance Leagues Club and arriving at Donald St Before Stockton St via Tuggerah Westfield Plaza, Customs House, Watt St and Hunter St Before Tudor St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Bateau Bay to Nelson Bay?

The distance between Bateau Bay and Nelson Bay is 149 km. The road distance is 120.5 km.

How do I travel from Bateau Bay to Nelson Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Bateau Bay to Nelson Bay without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 30m and costs $16 - $23.

How long does it take to get from Bateau Bay to Nelson Bay?

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Bateau Bay to Nelson Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bateau Bay to Nelson Bay bus from?

Bateau Bay to Nelson Bay bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Tuggerah Westfield Plaza station.

Where does the Bateau Bay to Nelson Bay bus arrive?

Bateau Bay to Nelson Bay bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Bateau Bay to Nelson Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Bateau Bay to Nelson Bay is 121 km. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Bateau Bay to Nelson Bay.

Where can I stay near Nelson Bay?

There are 1388+ hotels available in Nelson Bay.

Bateau Bay to Nelson Bay - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Bateau Bay to Nelson Bay by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Tuggerah Station to Hamilton Stationtrain Ccn
2. Take the bus from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
3h 30m
$16–23
Drive 120.5 km
1. Drive from Bateau Bay to Nelson Baycar 120.5 km
1h 50m
$26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tuggerah Westfield Plaza to Newcastlebus Pm12
2. Take the bus from Hunter St Before Tudor St to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
4h 52m
$35–53

Bateau Bay to Nelson Bay by bus and train

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3h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 149.3 km
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Bateau Bay, NSW, Australia and Nelson Bay, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Central Coast Hwy Opp The Entrance Leagues Club to Donald St Before Stockton St via Tuggerah Westfield Plaza, Newcastle, Customs House, Watt St, and Hunter St Before Tudor St in around 4h 52m.

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