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

The cheapest way to get from Nelson Bay to Charlestown is to bus and line 28 bus which costs $8 - $12 and takes 2h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nelson Bay to Charlestown is to drive which takes 55 min and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Nelson Bay and Charlestown?

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson Bay to Charlestown. However, there are services departing from Donald St At Stockton St and arriving at Charlestown Branch Library, Ridley St via Newcastle Interchange, Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Nelson Bay to Charlestown?

The distance between Nelson Bay and Charlestown is 77 km. The road distance is 61.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Nelson Bay to Charlestown without a car is to bus and line 28 bus which takes 2h 9m and costs $8 - $12.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Nelson Bay to Charlestown, including transfers.

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

Nelson Bay to Charlestown bus services, operated by Port Stephens Coaches, depart from Donald St At Stockton St station.

Where does the Nelson Bay to Charlestown bus arrive?

Nelson Bay to Charlestown bus services, operated by Port Stephens Coaches, arrive at Newcastle Interchange, Stand B station.

Can I drive from Nelson Bay to Charlestown?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson Bay to Charlestown is 61 km. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Nelson Bay to Charlestown.

Where can I stay near Charlestown?

There are 582+ hotels available in Charlestown.

Nelson Bay to Charlestown - 3 ways to travel via bus, line 28 bus, car

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There are 3 ways to get from Nelson Bay to Charlestown by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus, line 28 bus
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1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Bbus 130 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand A to Charlestown Branch Library, Ridley Stbus 10X / ...
2h 9m
$8–12
Drive 61.3 km
1. Drive from Nelson Bay to Charlestowncar 61.3 km
55 min
$11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nelson Bay to Charlestowntaxi 61.3 km
55 min
$170–210

Nelson Bay to Charlestown by bus

182Weekly Buses

2h 9mAverage Duration

$8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 77.4 km
Duration: 2h 9m

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

You can take a bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Charlestown Branch Library, Ridley St via Newcastle Interchange, Stand B and Newcastle Interchange, Stand A in around 2h 9m.

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