What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Hat Head?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Hat Head is to bus which costs $27 - $40 and takes 5h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle to Hat Head?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to Hat Head is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs $55 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Hat Head?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle station to Hat Head. However, there are services departing from Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd and arriving at Vine St At Day St via Kemp St Before Edinburgh Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle and Hat Head?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle station to Hat Head station. However, there are services departing from Broadmeadow Station and arriving at Kempsey Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Newcastle to Hat Head?

The distance between Newcastle and Hat Head is 322 km. The road distance is 309.9 km.

How do I travel from Newcastle to Hat Head without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Hat Head without a car is to bus which takes 5h 57m and costs $27 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle to Hat Head?

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Newcastle to Hat Head, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Hat Head bus from?

Newcastle to Hat Head bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Hat Head train from?

Newcastle to Hat Head train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Broadmeadow Station.

Train or bus from Newcastle to Hat Head?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Hat Head is to bus which takes 5h 57m and costs $27 - $40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $180 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Newcastle to Hat Head bus arrive?

Newcastle to Hat Head bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Kempsey Station, Coach Stop.

Where does the Newcastle to Hat Head train arrive?

Newcastle to Hat Head train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Kempsey Station.

Can I drive from Newcastle to Hat Head?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Hat Head is 310 km. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Newcastle to Hat Head.

Where can I stay near Hat Head?

There are 175+ hotels available in Hat Head.

Newcastle to Hat Head - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Newcastle to Hat Head by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd to Kempsey Station, Coach Stopbus 3101 / ...
5h 57m
$28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Broadmeadow Station to Kempsey Stationtrain 33 / ...
6h 20m
$34–173
Drive 309.9 km
1. Drive from Newcastle to Hat Headcar 309.9 km
3h 30m
$55–80
Bus via Newcastle
1. Take the bus from Newcastle to Kempseybus Au001
7h 7m
$45–74

Newcastle to Hat Head by bus and foot

16Weekly Services

5h 57mAverage Duration

$28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 322.5 km
Duration: 5h 57m

What companies run services between Newcastle, NSW, Australia and Hat Head, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd to Kempsey Station, Coach Stop twice daily. Tickets cost $23–35 and the journey takes 4h 15m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Broadmeadow Station to Kempsey Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $29–170 and the journey takes 4h 45m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily.

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