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

The cheapest way to get from Nelson Bay to Thornton is to bus via Hamilton Station, Beaumont St, Stand A which costs $8 - $13 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nelson Bay to Thornton is to drive which takes 48 min and costs $9 - $15.

Is there a direct bus between Nelson Bay and Thornton?

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson Bay to Thornton. However, there are services departing from Donald St At Stockton St and arriving at Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont St via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Nelson Bay to Thornton?

The distance between Nelson Bay and Thornton is 85 km. The road distance is 55.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Nelson Bay to Thornton without a car is to bus which takes 1h 57m and costs $9 - $14.

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Nelson Bay to Thornton, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Nelson Bay to Thornton bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nelson Bay to Thornton?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson Bay to Thornton is 55 km. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Nelson Bay to Thornton.

Where can I stay near Thornton?

There are 405+ hotels available in Thornton.

Nelson Bay to Thornton - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Nelson Bay to Thornton by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont Stbus 130 / ...
1h 57m
$9–13
Bus via Hamilton Station, Beaumont St, Stand A
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont Stbus 130 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hamilton Station, Beaumont St, Stand A to Thornton Station, Karuah Stbus 1Hu / ...
2h 43m
$8–12
Drive 55.4 km
1. Drive from Nelson Bay to Thorntoncar 55.4 km
48 min
$10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nelson Bay to Thorntontaxi 55.4 km
48 min
$170–210

Nelson Bay to Thornton by bus and train

181Weekly Services

1h 57mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 85 km
Duration: 1h 57m

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

Port Stephens Coaches operates a bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont St hourly. Tickets cost $4–6 and the journey takes 1h 29m.

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