What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Helensvale?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Helensvale is to train which costs $60 - $230 and takes 13h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle to Helensvale?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to Helensvale is to fly and train which takes 3h 41m and costs $95 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Helensvale?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle to Helensvale. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Gold Coast Hwy at Discovery Drive via Scarborough St at Southport Transit Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle and Helensvale?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle station to Helensvale station. However, there are services departing from Broadmeadow Station and arriving at Helensvale station, platform 1 via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 4m.

How far is it from Newcastle to Helensvale?

The distance between Newcastle and Helensvale is 717 km. The road distance is 709.1 km.

How do I travel from Newcastle to Helensvale without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Helensvale without a car is to train which takes 13h 4m and costs $60 - $230.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle to Helensvale?

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Newcastle to Helensvale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Helensvale bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Helensvale train from?

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

Train or bus from Newcastle to Helensvale?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Helensvale is to train which takes 13h 4m and costs $60 - $230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $260 and takes 13h 7m.

Where does the Newcastle to Helensvale bus arrive?

Newcastle to Helensvale bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Southport station.

Where does the Newcastle to Helensvale train arrive?

Newcastle to Helensvale train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from Newcastle to Helensvale?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Helensvale is 709 km. It takes approximately 7h 33m to drive from Newcastle to Helensvale.

Where can I stay near Helensvale?

There are 2377+ hotels available in Helensvale.

Newcastle to Helensvale - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Newcastle to Helensvale by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly Newcastle Airport to Brisbane Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane NTL - BNE
2. Take the train from International Airport Station to Helensvale station, platform 1train
4h 35m
$124–404
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Broadmeadow Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
13h 4m
$61–229
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle to Southportbus Brisbane
13h 7m
$97–256
Drive 709.1 km
1. Drive from Newcastle to Helensvalecar 709.1 km
7h 33m
$127–183
Fly Newcastle Airport to Gold Coast Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane NTL - OOL
2. Take the train from Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 to Helensvale station, platform 2train
3h 41m
$96–468
Train to Sydney International Airport, fly to Gold Coast Airport
1. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Central Stationtrain
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane SYD - OOL
6h 29m
$105–338
Train to Sydney International Airport, fly to Brisbane Airport, train
1. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Central Stationtrain
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane SYD - BNE
3. Take the train from International Airport Station to Helensvale station, platform 1train
7h 27m
$143–444
Bus via Burleigh Heads station, platform 1
1. Take the bus from Newcastle to Burleigh Headsbus Pm12
14h 4m
$99–137

Newcastle to Helensvale by train

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Distance: 716.9 km
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Newcastle, NSW, Australia and Helensvale, QLD, Australia?

You can take a train from Broadmeadow Station to Helensvale station, platform 1 via Roma Street Station and Roma Street in around 13h 4m. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Newcastle to Southport twice daily. Tickets cost $120–260 and the journey takes 12h 35m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily.

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