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

The cheapest way to get from Gunnedah to Nelson Bay is to bus which costs $35 - $55 and takes 7h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gunnedah to Nelson Bay is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs $70 - $110.

How far is it from Gunnedah to Nelson Bay?

The distance between Gunnedah and Nelson Bay is 379 km. The road distance is 342.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Gunnedah to Nelson Bay without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 51m and costs $40 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Gunnedah to Nelson Bay, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Gunnedah to Nelson Bay bus arrive?

Gunnedah to Nelson Bay bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Maitland Station, Station St.

Can I drive from Gunnedah to Nelson Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Gunnedah to Nelson Bay is 343 km. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Gunnedah to Nelson Bay.

Where can I stay near Nelson Bay?

There are 1401+ hotels available in Nelson Bay.

Gunnedah to Nelson Bay - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Gunnedah and Nelson Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Gunnedah station to Nelson Bay. However, there are services departing from Gunnedah Station, Coach Stop and arriving at Donald St Before Stockton St via Maitland Station, Railway St, Mitchell Dr Opp Stockland Green Hills and Newcastle Airport, Williamtown Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 51m.

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There are 3 ways to get from Gunnedah to Nelson Bay by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Gunnedah Station to Werris Creek Stationtrain 244
2. Take the train from Werris Creek Station to Maitland Stationtrain 224
3. Take the bus from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
6h 51m
$41–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gunnedah Station, Coach Stop to Maitland Station, Station Stbus
2. Take the bus from Mitchell Dr Opp Stockland Green Hills to Newcastle Airport, Williamtown Drbus 145
3. Take the bus from Newcastle Airport, Williamtown Dr to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
7h 51m
$35–54
Drive 342.8 km
1. Drive from Gunnedah to Nelson Baycar 342.8 km
4h 13m
$74–107

Gunnedah to Nelson Bay by train and bus

14Weekly Services

6h 51mAverage Duration

$41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 378.5 km
Duration: 6h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Gunnedah Station, Coach Stop to Donald St Before Stockton St via Maitland Station, Station St, Maitland Station, Railway St, Mitchell Dr Opp Stockland Green Hills, and Newcastle Airport, Williamtown Dr in around 7h 51m.

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