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

The cheapest way to get from Central Station to Portland is to bus which costs $17 - $26 and takes 4h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Central Station to Portland is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Central Station and Portland?

No, there is no direct bus from Central Station station to Portland. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Vale St Before Lett St via Great Western Hwy After Caroline Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Central Station and Portland?

No, there is no direct train from Central Station station to Portland station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Lithgow Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Central Station to Portland?

The distance between Central Station and Portland is 170 km. The road distance is 166.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Central Station to Portland without a car is to bus via Great Western Hwy After Caroline Av which takes 4h 15m and costs $40 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Central Station to Portland, including transfers.

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

Central Station to Portland bus services, operated by Australia Wide Coaches, depart from Central Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Central Station to Portland?

The best way to get from Central Station to Portland is to bus via Great Western Hwy After Caroline Av which takes 4h 15m and costs $40 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $12 - $150 and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Central Station to Portland bus arrive?

Central Station to Portland bus services, operated by Australia Wide Coaches, arrive at Lithgow station.

Where does the Central Station to Portland train arrive?

Central Station to Portland train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Lithgow Station.

Can I drive from Central Station to Portland?

Yes, the driving distance between Central Station to Portland is 167 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Central Station to Portland.

Where can I stay near Portland?

There are 44+ hotels available in Portland.

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

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Bus via Great Western Hwy After Caroline Av
best
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Lithgowbus
4h 15m
$44–60
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Lithgow Stationtrain Bmt
4h 18m
$13–147
Drive 166.9 km
1. Drive from Central Station to Portlandcar 166.9 km
2h 25m
$30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1bus 2701
4h 26m
$17–25

Central Station to Portland by bus

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Distance: 170.1 km
Duration: 4h 15m

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

Australia Wide Coaches operates a bus from Central Station to Lithgow 6 times a week. Tickets cost $40–60 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, Intercity Trains operates a train from Central Station to Lithgow Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 2h 51m. NSW TrainLink XPT also services this route twice daily.

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