What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle East to Sydney?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle East to Sydney is to train which costs $13 - $17 and takes 3h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle East to Sydney?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle East to Sydney is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle East and Sydney?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Newcastle and arriving at Central Station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle East and Sydney?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle East station to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Beach station and arriving at Central Station via Newcastle Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Newcastle East to Sydney?

The distance between Newcastle East and Sydney is 155 km. The road distance is 153.5 km.

How do I travel from Newcastle East to Sydney without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle East to Sydney without a car is to bus which takes 2h 40m and costs $29 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle East to Sydney?

The bus from Newcastle to Central Station takes 2h 40m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Newcastle East to Sydney bus from?

Newcastle East to Sydney bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Newcastle station.

Where do I catch the Newcastle East to Sydney train from?

Newcastle East to Sydney train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Newcastle Interchange station.

Train or bus from Newcastle East to Sydney?

The best way to get from Newcastle East to Sydney is to bus which takes 2h 40m and costs $29 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $13 - $17 and takes 3h 24m.

Where does the Newcastle East to Sydney bus arrive?

Newcastle East to Sydney bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Newcastle East to Sydney train arrive?

Newcastle East to Sydney train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Newcastle East to Sydney?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle East to Sydney is 153 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Newcastle East to Sydney.

How do I get a bus ticket from Newcastle East to Sydney?

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Newcastle East to Sydney - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Newcastle East to Sydney by bus (Greyhound), train, car, or bus

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Newcastle to Central Stationbus Sydney
2h 40m
$29–60
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Central Stationtrain Ccn
3h 24m
$13–16
Drive 153.5 km
1. Drive from Newcastle East to Sydneycar 153.5 km
2h 3m
$28–40
Bus via Chatswood Station, Stand B
1. Take the bus from Newcastle to Chatswoodbus Pm11
2h 55m
$32–44

Newcastle East to Sydney by bus

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2h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 154.9 km
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Newcastle East, NSW, Australia and Sydney, NSW, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Newcastle to Central Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Intercity Trains operates a train from Newcastle Interchange to Central Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $10–13 and the journey takes 2h 54m.

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