What is the cheapest way to get from Charlestown to Nelson Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Charlestown to Nelson Bay is to line 22 bus and bus which costs $8 - $12 and takes 2h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charlestown to Nelson Bay?

The fastest way to get from Charlestown to Nelson Bay is to drive which takes 55 min and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Charlestown and Nelson Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Charlestown to Nelson Bay. However, there are services departing from Charlestown Square, Frederick St, Stand C and arriving at Donald St Before Stockton St via Newcastle Interchange, Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Charlestown to Nelson Bay?

The distance between Charlestown and Nelson Bay is 78 km. The road distance is 61.7 km.

How do I travel from Charlestown to Nelson Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Charlestown to Nelson Bay without a car is to line 22 bus and bus which takes 2h 17m and costs $8 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Charlestown to Nelson Bay?

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Charlestown to Nelson Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charlestown to Nelson Bay bus from?

Charlestown to Nelson Bay bus services, operated by Newcastle Transport, depart from Charlestown Square, Frederick St, Stand C station.

Where does the Charlestown to Nelson Bay bus arrive?

Charlestown to Nelson Bay bus services, operated by Newcastle Transport, arrive at Newcastle Interchange, Stand B station.

Can I drive from Charlestown to Nelson Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Charlestown to Nelson Bay is 62 km. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Charlestown to Nelson Bay.

Where can I stay near Nelson Bay?

There are 1387+ hotels available in Nelson Bay.

Charlestown to Nelson Bay - 4 ways to travel via line 22 bus, bus, car

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There are 4 ways to get from Charlestown to Nelson Bay by bus, car, or taxi

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Line 22 bus, bus
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1. Take the bus from Charlestown Square, Frederick St, Stand C to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Bbus 22 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand A to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
2h 17m
$8–12
Drive 61.7 km
1. Drive from Charlestown to Nelson Baycar 61.7 km
55 min
$11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Charlestown to Nelson Baytaxi 61.7 km
55 min
$170–210
Line 11 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Charlestown Square, Frederick St, Stand C to Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont Stbus 11
2. Take the bus from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
2h 30m
$9–13

Charlestown to Nelson Bay by bus

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2h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 78.5 km
Duration: 2h 17m

What companies run services between Charlestown, NSW, Australia and Nelson Bay, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Charlestown Square, Frederick St, Stand C to Donald St Before Stockton St via Newcastle Interchange, Stand B and Newcastle Interchange, Stand A in around 2h 17m.

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