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

The cheapest way to get from Fern Bay to Charlestown is to drive which costs $4 - $6 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Fern Bay to Charlestown is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs $70 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Fern Bay and Charlestown?

No, there is no direct bus from Fern Bay to Charlestown. However, there are services departing from Nelson Bay Rd Before Seaside Bvd and arriving at Charlestown Branch Library, Ridley St via Newcastle Interchange, Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Fern Bay to Charlestown?

The distance between Fern Bay and Charlestown is 27 km. The road distance is 23.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Fern Bay to Charlestown without a car is to line 130 bus and line 28 bus which takes 1h 3m and costs $7 - $11.

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

It takes approximately 1h 3m to get from Fern Bay to Charlestown, including transfers.

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

Fern Bay to Charlestown bus services, operated by Port Stephens Coaches, depart from Nelson Bay Rd Before Seaside Bvd station.

Where does the Fern Bay to Charlestown bus arrive?

Fern Bay to Charlestown bus services, operated by Port Stephens Coaches, arrive at Newcastle Interchange, Stand B station.

Can I drive from Fern Bay to Charlestown?

Yes, the driving distance between Fern Bay to Charlestown is 23 km. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Fern Bay to Charlestown.

Where can I stay near Charlestown?

There are 583+ hotels available in Charlestown.

Fern Bay to Charlestown - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 130 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Fern Bay to Charlestown by bus, taxi, car, or train

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Line 130 bus, line 28 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Nelson Bay Rd Before Seaside Bvd to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Bbus 130 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand A to Charlestown Branch Library, Ridley Stbus 10X / ...
1h 3m
$7–10
Drive 23.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Fern Bay to Charlestowncar 23.2 km
26 min
$5–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Fern Bay to Charlestowntaxi 23.2 km
26 min
$70–85
Line 130 bus, train, line 262 bus
1. Take the bus from Nelson Bay Rd Before Seaside Bvd to Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont Stbus 130 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Cardiff Stationtrain Ccn
3. Take the bus from Main Rd Opp Cardiff Station to Charlestown Rd At Robert Stbus 262 / ...
1h 7m
$11–17
Line 136 bus, line 14 bus
1. Take the bus from Seaside Bvd Before Ironbark Dr to Stockton Wharf, Mitchell Stbus 136 / ...
2. Take the bus from Customs House, Watt St to Charlestown Square, Frederick St, Stand Dbus 14
1h 17m
$8–12

Fern Bay to Charlestown by bus

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Distance: 27 km
Duration: 1h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Nelson Bay Rd Before Seaside Bvd to Charlestown Branch Library, Ridley St via Newcastle Interchange, Stand B and Newcastle Interchange, Stand A in around 1h 3m.

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