What is the cheapest way to get from Nelson Bay to Hope Island?

The cheapest way to get from Nelson Bay to Hope Island is to bus and train which costs $75 - $250 and takes 15h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nelson Bay to Hope Island?

The fastest way to get from Nelson Bay to Hope Island is to bus and fly which takes 4h 58m and costs $90 - $600.

How far is it from Nelson Bay to Hope Island?

The distance between Nelson Bay and Hope Island is 738 km. The road distance is 720.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Nelson Bay to Hope Island without a car is to bus and train which takes 15h 53m and costs $75 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Nelson Bay to Hope Island?

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Nelson Bay to Hope Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nelson Bay to Hope Island bus from?

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

Where does the Nelson Bay to Hope Island bus arrive?

Nelson Bay to Hope Island bus services, operated by Port Stephens Coaches, arrive at Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont St station.

Can I drive from Nelson Bay to Hope Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson Bay to Hope Island is 720 km. It takes approximately 7h 42m to drive from Nelson Bay to Hope Island.

Where can I stay near Hope Island?

There are 2201+ hotels available in Hope Island.

Nelson Bay to Hope Island - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

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

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson Bay to Hope Island. However, there are services departing from Donald St At Stockton St and arriving at Santa Barbara Rd at Hope Island Shopping Centre via Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont St, Newcastle and Scarborough St at Southport Transit Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 47m.

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There are 6 ways to get from Nelson Bay to Hope Island by bus, plane, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Bus, fly to Brisbane Airport, train
best
1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Newcastle Airport, Williamtown Drbus
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane NTL - BNE
3. Take the train from International Airport Station to Hope Island station, platform 1train
5h 31m
$105–373
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Lambton Rd Opp Hunter School Of The Performing Artsbus
2. Take the train from Broadmeadow Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Hope Island station, platform 1train
15h 53m
$78–243
Bus
1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont Stbus 130 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle to Southportbus Brisbane
16h 47m
$108–281
Drive 720.1 km
1. Drive from Nelson Bay to Hope Islandcar 720.1 km
7h 42m
$132–190
Bus, fly to Gold Coast Airport
1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Newcastle Airport, Williamtown Drbus
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane NTL - OOL
4h 58m
$92–558
Bus via Woodberry
1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont Stbus 130 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hexham to Southportbus Pm12
17h 27m
$110–164

Nelson Bay to Hope Island by bus and train

10Weekly Services

15h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 737.6 km
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Nelson Bay, NSW, Australia and Hope Island, QLD, Australia?

You can take a bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Santa Barbara Rd at Hope Island Shopping Centre via Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont St, Newcastle, Southport, and Scarborough St at Southport Transit Centre in around 16h 47m.

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