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

The cheapest way to get from Katoomba to Nelson Bay is to train and bus which costs $20 - $29 and takes 5h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Katoomba to Nelson Bay is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs $50 - $75.

How far is it from Katoomba to Nelson Bay?

The distance between Katoomba and Nelson Bay is 316 km. The road distance is 275.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Katoomba to Nelson Bay without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 59m and costs $20 - $29.

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Katoomba to Nelson Bay, including transfers.

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

Katoomba to Nelson Bay bus services, operated by Australia Wide Coaches, depart from Katoomba station.

Where does the Katoomba to Nelson Bay bus arrive?

Katoomba to Nelson Bay bus services, operated by Australia Wide Coaches, arrive at Strathfield Station, Everton Rd.

Can I drive from Katoomba to Nelson Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Katoomba to Nelson Bay is 276 km. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Katoomba to Nelson Bay.

Where can I stay near Nelson Bay?

There are 1393+ hotels available in Nelson Bay.

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

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

No, there is no direct bus from Katoomba to Nelson Bay. However, there are services departing from Katoomba and arriving at Donald St Before Stockton St via Strathfield Station, Everton Rd, Stand A and Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

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

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Train, bus
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1. Take the train from Katoomba Station to Strathfield Stationtrain Bmt
2. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Hamilton Stationtrain Ccn
3. Take the bus from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
5h 59m
$21–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Katoomba to Strathfield Station, Everton Rdbus
2. Take the bus from Strathfield Station, Everton Rd, Stand A to Broadmeadow Station, Brown Rdbus
3. Take the bus from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
6h 53m
$54–75
Drive 275.5 km
1. Drive from Katoomba to Nelson Baycar 275.5 km
3h 24m
$50–72

Katoomba to Nelson Bay by train and bus

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5h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 316.1 km
Duration: 5h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Katoomba to Donald St Before Stockton St via Strathfield Station, Everton Rd, Strathfield Station, Everton Rd, Stand A, Broadmeadow Station, Brown Rd, Broadmeadow Station, Hamilton Station, and Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St in around 6h 53m.

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