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

The cheapest way to get from Nelson Bay to Penrith is to bus and train which costs $18 - $28 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nelson Bay to Penrith is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs $40 - $60.

How far is it from Nelson Bay to Penrith?

The distance between Nelson Bay and Penrith is 261 km. The road distance is 226.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Nelson Bay to Penrith without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 59m and costs $18 - $28.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Nelson Bay to Penrith, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Nelson Bay to Penrith bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nelson Bay to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson Bay to Penrith is 227 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Nelson Bay to Penrith.

Where can I stay near Penrith?

There are 308+ hotels available in Penrith.

Nelson Bay to Penrith - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson Bay to Penrith station. However, there are services departing from Donald St At Stockton St and arriving at Penrith Station, Stand F via Newcastle Interchange, Stand C, Gordon Station, Stand B, Macquarie University Station, Herring Rd, Stand D and Blacktown Station, Stand L. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

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There are 4 ways to get from Nelson Bay to Penrith by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont Stbus 130 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Strathfield Stationtrain Ccn
3. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Penrith Stationtrain Bmt
4h 59m
$18–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Bbus 130 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to Gordon Station, Stand Cbus 15Cn
6h 38m
$21–32
Drive 226.5 km
1. Drive from Nelson Bay to Penrithcar 226.5 km
2h 47m
$41–59
Bus, train via Seven Hills Station, Stand B
1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Bbus 130 / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Epping Stationtrain Ccn
3. Take the bus from Epping Station, Beecroft Rd, Stand F to Seven Hills Station, Stand Bbus 630
5h 43m
$21–32

Nelson Bay to Penrith by bus and train

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Distance: 261.4 km
Duration: 4h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Penrith Station, Stand F via Newcastle Interchange, Stand C, Gordon Station, Stand B, Macquarie Centre, Stand E, Macquarie University Station, Herring Rd, Stand D, Blacktown Station, Stand D, and Blacktown Station, Stand L in around 6h 38m.

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