What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Sydney CBD?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Sydney CBD is to bus which costs $12 - $21 and takes 4h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Sydney CBD?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Sydney CBD is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle Airport (NTL) and Sydney CBD?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Sydney CBD station. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Airport, Williamtown Dr 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 4h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle Airport (NTL) and Sydney CBD?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle Airport (NTL) station to Sydney CBD station. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Station and arriving at Martin Place Station via Epping Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Sydney CBD?

The distance between Newcastle Airport (NTL) and Sydney CBD is 187 km. The road distance is 172.9 km.

How do I travel from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Sydney CBD without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Sydney CBD without a car is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs $16 - $24.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Sydney CBD?

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Sydney CBD, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Sydney CBD bus from?

Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Sydney CBD bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C station.

Where do I catch the Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Sydney CBD train from?

Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Sydney CBD train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Hamilton Station.

Train or bus from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Sydney CBD?

The best way to get from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Sydney CBD is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs $16 - $24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $12 - $21 and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Sydney CBD bus arrive?

Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Sydney CBD bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at George St Opp Hornsby Station.

Where does the Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Sydney CBD train arrive?

Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Sydney CBD train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Epping Station.

Can I drive from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Sydney CBD?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Sydney CBD is 173 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Sydney CBD.

Where can I stay near Sydney CBD?

There are 5206+ hotels available in Sydney CBD.

Can I share a ride from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Sydney CBD?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Newcastle Airport (NTL) and Sydney CBD. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Sydney CBD - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Sydney CBD by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Epping Stationtrain Ccn
3h 35m
$16–24
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to George St Opp Hornsby Stationbus 15Cn / ...
2. Take the bus from Hornsby Station, Stand B to Wynyard Station, York St, Stand Kbus N90
4h 29m
$12–20
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Newcastle-NTL to Sydney CBDrideshare 172.9 km
2h 3m
Drive 172.9 km
1. Drive from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Sydney CBDcar 172.9 km
2h 3m
$31–45

Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Sydney CBD by bus, train, and subway

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Distance: 186.9 km
Duration: 3h 35m

What companies run services between Newcastle Airport (NTL), Australia and Sydney CBD, NSW, Australia?

Intercity Trains operates a train from Hamilton Station to Epping Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $9–12 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newcastle Airport, Williamtown Dr to Wynyard Station, York St, Stand K via Newcastle Interchange, Stand C, George St Opp Hornsby Station, and Hornsby Station, Stand B in around 4h 29m.

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