What is the cheapest way to get from Frederickton to Newcastle?

The cheapest way to get from Frederickton to Newcastle is to bus via Newcastle which costs $40 - $75 and takes 6h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Frederickton to Newcastle?

The fastest way to get from Frederickton to Newcastle is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Frederickton and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Frederickton to Newcastle. However, there are services departing from Frederickton Public School, Great North Rd and arriving at Newcastle via Kempsey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Frederickton and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct train from Frederickton station to Newcastle station. However, there are services departing from Kempsey Station and arriving at Broadmeadow Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

How far is it from Frederickton to Newcastle?

The distance between Frederickton and Newcastle is 306 km. The road distance is 285.5 km.

How do I travel from Frederickton to Newcastle without a car?

The best way to get from Frederickton to Newcastle without a car is to bus which takes 5h 33m and costs $45 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Frederickton to Newcastle?

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Frederickton to Newcastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Frederickton to Newcastle bus from?

Frederickton to Newcastle bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Kempsey station.

Where do I catch the Frederickton to Newcastle train from?

Frederickton to Newcastle train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Kempsey Station.

Train or bus from Frederickton to Newcastle?

The best way to get from Frederickton to Newcastle is to bus which takes 5h 33m and costs $45 - $75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $180 and takes 5h 54m.

Where does the Frederickton to Newcastle bus arrive?

Frederickton to Newcastle bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Newcastle station.

Where does the Frederickton to Newcastle train arrive?

Frederickton to Newcastle train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Broadmeadow Station.

Can I drive from Frederickton to Newcastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Frederickton to Newcastle is 285 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Frederickton to Newcastle.

Where can I stay near Newcastle?

There are 485+ hotels available in Newcastle.

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There are 4 ways to get from Frederickton to Newcastle by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kempsey to Newcastlebus Pm11
5h 33m
$49–71
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kempsey Station to Broadmeadow Stationtrain 34 / ...
5h 54m
$32–176
Drive 285.5 km
1. Drive from Frederickton to Newcastlecar 285.5 km
3h 11m
$51–74
Bus via Newcastle
1. Take the bus from Kempsey to Newcastlebus Au001
6h 20m
$43–74

Frederickton to Newcastle by bus

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Distance: 306 km
Duration: 5h 33m

What companies run services between Frederickton, NSW, Australia and Newcastle, NSW, Australia?

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Kempsey to Newcastle once daily. Tickets cost $45–65 and the journey takes 4h 25m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Kempsey Station to Broadmeadow Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $29–170 and the journey takes 4h 39m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily.

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