What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Shortland?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Shortland is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 11 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Shortland?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Shortland is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Shortland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Main Rd At Harrison St and arriving at University Dr After Blue Gum Rd. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Shortland?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff station to Shortland station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Station and arriving at Sandgate Station via Hamilton Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Shortland?

The distance between Cardiff and Shortland is 11 km. The road distance is 9.4 km.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Shortland without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Shortland without a car is to line 267 bus which takes 23 min and costs $4 - $6.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Shortland?

The line 267 bus from Main Rd At Harrison St to University Dr After Blue Gum Rd takes 23 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Shortland bus from?

Cardiff to Shortland bus services, operated by CDC NSW Hunter Valley Buses, depart from Main Rd At Harrison St station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Shortland train from?

Cardiff to Shortland train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Cardiff Station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Shortland?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Shortland is to line 267 bus which takes 23 min and costs $4 - $6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $10 - $14 and takes 34 min.

Where does the Cardiff to Shortland bus arrive?

Cardiff to Shortland bus services, operated by CDC NSW Hunter Valley Buses, arrive at University Dr After Blue Gum Rd station.

Where does the Cardiff to Shortland train arrive?

Cardiff to Shortland train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Hamilton Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Shortland?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Shortland is 9 km. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Cardiff to Shortland.

Where can I stay near Shortland?

There are 479+ hotels available in Shortland.

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Shortland by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 267 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Main Rd At Harrison St to University Dr After Blue Gum Rdbus 267
23 min
$4–6
Drive 9.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Shortlandcar 9.4 km
11 min
$2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Station to Hamilton Stationtrain Ccn
2. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Sandgate Stationtrain Hun
34 min
$10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Shortlandtaxi 9.4 km
11 min
$30–40
Line 259 bus, line 27 bus
1. Take the bus from Main Rd At Harrison St to Wallsend District Library, Bunn Stbus 259 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wallsend District Library, Bunn St to Derna Rd At Cobby Stbus 27
37 min
$7–10

Cardiff to Shortland by bus

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Distance: 10.7 km
Duration: 23 min

What companies run services between Cardiff, NSW, Australia and Shortland, NSW, Australia?

CDC NSW Hunter Valley Buses operates a bus from Main Rd At Harrison St to University Dr After Blue Gum Rd hourly. Tickets cost $4–6 and the journey takes 23 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cardiff Station to Sandgate Station via Hamilton Station in around 34 min.

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