What is the cheapest way to get from Central Station to Lovedale?

The cheapest way to get from Central Station to Lovedale is to train via Newcastle which costs $22 - $35 and takes 5h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Central Station to Lovedale?

The fastest way to get from Central Station to Lovedale is to drive which takes 2h and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Central Station and Lovedale?

No, there is no direct bus from Central Station station to Lovedale. However, there are services departing from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 and arriving at Lovedale Rd At Lodge Rd via Maitland Station, Railway St and Lochinvar Public School, New England Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Central Station and Lovedale?

No, there is no direct train from Central Station station to Lovedale station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Maitland Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Central Station to Lovedale?

The distance between Central Station and Lovedale is 185 km. The road distance is 160.2 km.

How do I travel from Central Station to Lovedale without a car?

The best way to get from Central Station to Lovedale without a car is to bus which takes 4h 24m and costs $21 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Central Station to Lovedale?

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Central Station to Lovedale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Central Station to Lovedale bus from?

Central Station to Lovedale bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

Where do I catch the Central Station to Lovedale train from?

Central Station to Lovedale train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Central Station to Lovedale?

The best way to get from Central Station to Lovedale is to bus which takes 4h 24m and costs $21 - $35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $26 - $160 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Central Station to Lovedale bus arrive?

Central Station to Lovedale bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Maitland Station, Station St.

Where does the Central Station to Lovedale train arrive?

Central Station to Lovedale train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Maitland Station.

Can I drive from Central Station to Lovedale?

Yes, the driving distance between Central Station to Lovedale is 160 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Central Station to Lovedale.

Where can I stay near Lovedale?

There are 586+ hotels available in Lovedale.

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There are 4 ways to get from Central Station to Lovedale by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Maitland Station, Station Stbus 3107 / ...
4h 24m
$21–32
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Maitland Stationtrain 33 / ...
4h 48m
$27–157
Drive 160.2 km
1. Drive from Central Station to Lovedalecar 160.2 km
2h
$29–42
Train via Newcastle
1. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain Ccn
5h 26m
$22–31

Central Station to Lovedale by bus

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Distance: 184.6 km
Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between Central Station, NSW, Australia and Lovedale, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Maitland Station, Station St every 4 hours. Tickets cost $15–22 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Central Station to Maitland Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $20–150 and the journey takes 2h 44m. NSW TrainLink also services this route 4 times a day.

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