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

The cheapest way to get from Central Station to Thornton is to train which costs $15 - $21 and takes 3h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Central Station to Thornton is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Central Station and Thornton?

No, there is no direct bus from Central Station station to Thornton. However, there are services departing from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 and arriving at Railway Av At Rockleigh St via Maitland Station, Railway St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Central Station and Thornton?

No, there is no direct train from Central Station station to Thornton station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Thornton Station via Hamilton Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Central Station to Thornton?

The distance between Central Station and Thornton is 182 km. The road distance is 155 km.

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

The best way to get from Central Station to Thornton without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs $15 - $21.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Central Station to Thornton, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Central Station to Thornton?

The best way to get from Central Station to Thornton is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs $15 - $21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $19 - $29 and takes 3h 48m.

Where does the Central Station to Thornton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Central Station to Thornton train arrive?

Central Station to Thornton train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Hamilton Station.

Can I drive from Central Station to Thornton?

Yes, the driving distance between Central Station to Thornton is 155 km. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Central Station to Thornton.

Where can I stay near Thornton?

There are 405+ hotels available in Thornton.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain Ccn
3h 17m
$15–21
Bus via Newcastle Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gordon Station, Werona Av, Stand D to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Bbus 15Cn / ...
3h 52m
$14–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Maitland Station, Station Stbus 2303 / ...
3h 48m
$20–28
Drive 155 km
1. Drive from Central Station to Thorntoncar 155 km
1h 50m
$28–40

Central Station to Thornton by train

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Distance: 182.1 km
Duration: 3h 17m

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

Intercity Trains operates a train from Central Station to Hamilton Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $10–13 and the journey takes 2h 49m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Maitland Station, Station St 5 times a day. Tickets cost $15–23 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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