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

The cheapest way to get from Nelson Bay to Sydney is to bus and train which costs $14 - $20 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nelson Bay to Sydney is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Nelson Bay and Sydney?

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson Bay to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Donald St At Stockton St and arriving at Central Station via Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont St and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Nelson Bay to Sydney?

The distance between Nelson Bay and Sydney is 231 km. The road distance is 205.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Nelson Bay to Sydney without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 37m and costs $14 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Nelson Bay to Sydney, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Nelson Bay to Sydney bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nelson Bay to Sydney?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson Bay to Sydney is 205 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Nelson Bay to Sydney.

Where can I stay near Sydney?

There are 5229+ hotels available in Sydney.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Nelson Bay to Sydney by bus, train, bus (Greyhound), 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 Central Stationtrain Ccn
4h 37m
$14–20
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 Central Stationbus Sydney
5h 28m
$38–72
Drive 205.1 km
1. Drive from Nelson Bay to Sydneycar 205.1 km
2h 27m
$37–54
Bus via Hornsby Station
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 George St Opp Hornsby Stationbus 37Cn
5h 34m
$20–31

Nelson Bay to Sydney by bus and train

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4h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 230.5 km
Duration: 4h 37m

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

You can take a bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Central Station via Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont St and Newcastle in around 5h 28m.

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