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

The cheapest way to get from Nelson Bay to Sydney CBD is to bus and train which costs $17 - $24 and takes 4h 33m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Nelson Bay and Sydney CBD?

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson Bay to Sydney CBD station. However, there are services departing from Donald St At Stockton St and arriving at Wynyard Station, York St, Stand K via Newcastle Interchange, Stand C and Hornsby Station, Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Nelson Bay to Sydney CBD?

The distance between Nelson Bay and Sydney CBD is 230 km. The road distance is 205 km.

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

The best way to get from Nelson Bay to Sydney CBD without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 33m and costs $17 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Nelson Bay to Sydney CBD, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Nelson Bay to Sydney CBD bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nelson Bay to Sydney CBD?

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

Where can I stay near Sydney CBD?

There are 5217+ hotels available in Sydney CBD.

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

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

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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 Epping Stationtrain Ccn
4h 33m
$17–23
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 George St Opp Hornsby Stationbus 37Cn
6h 29m
$19–29
Drive 205 km
1. Drive from Nelson Bay to Sydney CBDcar 205 km
2h 27m
$38–54

Nelson Bay to Sydney CBD by bus, train, and subway

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4h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 229.8 km
Duration: 4h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Wynyard Station, York St, Stand K via Newcastle Interchange, Stand C, George St Opp Hornsby Station, and Hornsby Station, Stand B in around 6h 29m.

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