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

The cheapest way to get from Hornsby to Nelson Bay is to train and bus which costs $12 - $18 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hornsby to Nelson Bay is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Hornsby and Nelson Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Hornsby station to Nelson Bay. However, there are services departing from Hornsby Station Taxi Rank, Station St and arriving at Donald St Before Stockton St via Newcastle Interchange, Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Hornsby to Nelson Bay?

The distance between Hornsby and Nelson Bay is 196 km. The road distance is 182.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Hornsby to Nelson Bay without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 35m and costs $12 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Hornsby to Nelson Bay, including transfers.

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

Hornsby to Nelson Bay bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Hornsby Station Taxi Rank, Station St.

Where does the Hornsby to Nelson Bay bus arrive?

Hornsby to Nelson Bay bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Newcastle Interchange, Stand B station.

Can I drive from Hornsby to Nelson Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Hornsby to Nelson Bay is 182 km. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Hornsby to Nelson Bay.

Where can I stay near Nelson Bay?

There are 1400+ hotels available in Nelson Bay.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Hornsby Station to Hamilton Stationtrain Ccn
2. Take the bus from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
3h 35m
$13–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hornsby Station Taxi Rank, Station St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Bbus 37Cn
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand A to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
4h 28m
$16–22
Drive 182.3 km
1. Drive from Hornsby to Nelson Baycar 182.3 km
2h 5m
$34–48

Hornsby to Nelson Bay by train and bus

182Weekly Services

3h 35mAverage Duration

$13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 196.2 km
Duration: 3h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Hornsby Station Taxi Rank, Station St to Donald St Before Stockton St via Newcastle Interchange, Stand B and Newcastle Interchange, Stand A in around 4h 28m.

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