What is the cheapest way to get from Hat Head to Newcastle?

The cheapest way to get from Hat Head to Newcastle is to bus which costs $27 - $45 and takes 5h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hat Head to Newcastle?

The fastest way to get from Hat Head to Newcastle is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs $55 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Hat Head and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Hat Head to Newcastle station. However, there are services departing from Vine St At Day St and arriving at Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd via Kempsey Station, Coach Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Hat Head and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct train from Hat Head station to Newcastle station. However, there are services departing from Kempsey Station and arriving at Broadmeadow Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Hat Head to Newcastle?

The distance between Hat Head and Newcastle is 319 km. The road distance is 310.1 km.

How do I travel from Hat Head to Newcastle without a car?

The best way to get from Hat Head to Newcastle without a car is to bus which takes 5h 53m and costs $27 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Hat Head to Newcastle?

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Hat Head to Newcastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hat Head to Newcastle bus from?

Hat Head to Newcastle bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Kempsey Station, Coach Stop.

Where do I catch the Hat Head to Newcastle train from?

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

Train or bus from Hat Head to Newcastle?

The best way to get from Hat Head to Newcastle is to bus which takes 5h 53m and costs $27 - $45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $180 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Hat Head to Newcastle bus arrive?

Hat Head to Newcastle bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd.

Where does the Hat Head to Newcastle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hat Head to Newcastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Hat Head to Newcastle is 310 km. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Hat Head to Newcastle.

Where can I stay near Newcastle?

There are 486+ hotels available in Newcastle.

Hat Head to Newcastle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromHat Head to Newcastle

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kempsey Station, Coach Stop to Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rdbus 3204 / ...
5h 53m
$28–41
Train
1. Take the train from Kempsey Station to Broadmeadow Stationtrain 34 / ...
6h 17m
$34–176
Drive 310.1 km
1. Drive from Hat Head to Newcastlecar 310.1 km
3h 30m
$55–80
Bus via Newcastle
1. Take the bus from Kempsey to Newcastlebus Au001
6h 53m
$45–76

Hat Head to Newcastle by bus and foot

14Weekly Services

5h 53mAverage Duration

$28Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Hat Head to Newcastle.

Launch map view

Distance: 319 km
Duration: 5h 53m

What companies run services between Hat Head, NSW, Australia and Newcastle, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Kempsey Station, Coach Stop to Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd twice daily. Tickets cost $23–35 and the journey takes 4h 15m. 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.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Australia

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.