What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Birkenhead Point?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Birkenhead Point is to train which costs $13 - $17 and takes 3h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle to Birkenhead Point?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to Birkenhead Point is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Birkenhead Point?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle to Birkenhead Point. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Victoria Rd Before Day St via Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle and Birkenhead Point?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle to Birkenhead Point station. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Interchange and arriving at Central Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Newcastle to Birkenhead Point?

The distance between Newcastle and Birkenhead Point is 164 km. The road distance is 150.6 km.

How do I travel from Newcastle to Birkenhead Point without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Birkenhead Point without a car is to bus which takes 3h 5m and costs $30 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle to Birkenhead Point?

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Newcastle to Birkenhead Point, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Birkenhead Point bus from?

Newcastle to Birkenhead Point bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Newcastle station.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Birkenhead Point train from?

Newcastle to Birkenhead Point train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Newcastle Interchange station.

Train or bus from Newcastle to Birkenhead Point?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Birkenhead Point is to bus which takes 3h 5m and costs $30 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $13 - $17 and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the Newcastle to Birkenhead Point bus arrive?

Newcastle to Birkenhead Point bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Newcastle to Birkenhead Point train arrive?

Newcastle to Birkenhead Point train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Newcastle to Birkenhead Point?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Birkenhead Point is 151 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Newcastle to Birkenhead Point.

Where can I stay near Birkenhead Point?

There are 5206+ hotels available in Birkenhead Point.

Newcastle to Birkenhead Point - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Newcastle to Central Stationbus Sydney
3h 5m
$33–62
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Central Stationtrain Ccn
3h 19m
$13–17
Drive 150.6 km
1. Drive from Newcastle to Birkenhead Pointcar 150.6 km
1h 59m
$27–39
Bus, line 506 bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to Gordon Station, Stand Cbus 15Cn
2. Take the bus from Macquarie Centre, Stand A to Victoria Rd After Park Avbus 506
3h 49m
$13–19

Newcastle to Birkenhead Point by bus

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Distance: 163.7 km
Duration: 3h 5m

What companies run services between Newcastle, NSW, Australia and Birkenhead Point, 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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