What is the cheapest way to get from Crescent Head to Nelson Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Crescent Head to Nelson Bay is to bus which costs $35 - $55 and takes 8h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Crescent Head to Nelson Bay?

The fastest way to get from Crescent Head to Nelson Bay is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Crescent Head and Nelson Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Crescent Head to Nelson Bay. However, there are services departing from Crescent Head Country Club, Rankine St and arriving at Donald St Before Stockton St via Kempsey Station, Coach Stop and Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

How far is it from Crescent Head to Nelson Bay?

The distance between Crescent Head and Nelson Bay is 431 km. The road distance is 298.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Crescent Head to Nelson Bay without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 55m and costs $95 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Crescent Head to Nelson Bay?

It takes approximately 6h 55m to get from Crescent Head to Nelson Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Crescent Head to Nelson Bay bus from?

Crescent Head to Nelson Bay bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Kempsey Station, Coach Stop.

Where does the Crescent Head to Nelson Bay bus arrive?

Crescent Head to Nelson Bay bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd.

Can I drive from Crescent Head to Nelson Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Crescent Head to Nelson Bay is 298 km. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Crescent Head to Nelson Bay.

Where can I stay near Nelson Bay?

There are 1388+ hotels available in Nelson Bay.

Crescent Head to Nelson Bay - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Crescent Head to Nelson Bay by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Kempsey Station to Broadmeadow Stationtrain 34 / ...
2. Take the bus from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St to Government Rd Before Church Stbus 130 / ...
6h 55m
$97–253
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kempsey Station, Coach Stop to Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rdbus 3204 / ...
2. Take the bus from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
8h 5m
$36–54
Drive 298.1 km
1. Drive from Crescent Head to Nelson Baycar 298.1 km
3h 18m
$54–78
Bus via Newcastle
1. Take the bus from Kempsey to Newcastlebus Au001
2. Take the bus from Hunter St Before Tudor St to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
8h 40m
$51–86

Crescent Head to Nelson Bay by bus and train

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8h 5mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 430.6 km
Duration: 6h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Crescent Head Country Club, Rankine St to Donald St Before Stockton St via Kempsey West Public School, Marsh St, Kempsey Station, Coach Stop, Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd, Broadmeadow Station, Hamilton Station, and Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St in around 8h 5m.

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