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

The cheapest way to get from Botany to Newcastle is to train which costs $17 - $26 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Botany to Newcastle is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Botany and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Botany to Newcastle. However, there are services departing from Botany Rd At Hale St and arriving at Newcastle via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Botany and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct train from Botany station to Newcastle. However, there are services departing from Redfern Station and arriving at Newcastle Interchange via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Botany to Newcastle?

The distance between Botany and Newcastle is 173 km. The road distance is 163 km.

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

The best way to get from Botany to Newcastle without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs $17 - $26.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Botany to Newcastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Botany to Newcastle bus from?

Botany to Newcastle bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Botany to Newcastle train from?

Botany to Newcastle train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Botany to Newcastle?

The best way to get from Botany to Newcastle is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs $17 - $26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $75 and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the Botany to Newcastle bus arrive?

Botany to Newcastle bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Newcastle station.

Where does the Botany to Newcastle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Botany to Newcastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Botany to Newcastle is 163 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Botany to Newcastle.

Where can I stay near Newcastle?

There are 481+ hotels available in Newcastle.

Botany to Newcastle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Botany to Newcastle by train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Central Station to Newcastle Interchangetrain Ccn
3h 39m
$17–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Newcastlebus Brisbane
3h 53m
$36–73
Drive 163 km
1. Drive from Botany to Newcastlecar 163 km
2h 11m
$30–43
Bus via Newcastle
1. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Newcastlebus Au001
3h 58m
$29–51

Botany to Newcastle by bus and train

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Distance: 172.5 km
Duration: 3h 39m

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

Intercity Trains operates a train from Central Station to Newcastle Interchange every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $10–13 and the journey takes 2h 53m. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Central Station to Newcastle twice daily. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily.

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