What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Main Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Main Beach is to train which costs $60 - $230 and takes 13h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle to Main Beach?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to Main Beach is to fly and tram which takes 3h 38m and costs $95 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Main Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle to Main Beach. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Main Beach Pde at Main Beach Tourist Park via Remembrance Dr at Bruce Bishop Car Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle and Main Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle station to Main Beach station. However, there are services departing from Broadmeadow Station and arriving at Main Beach station, platform 2 via Roma Street and Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 33m.

How far is it from Newcastle to Main Beach?

The distance between Newcastle and Main Beach is 585 km. The road distance is 694.7 km.

How do I travel from Newcastle to Main Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Main Beach without a car is to bus which takes 12h 19m and costs $120 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle to Main Beach?

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Newcastle to Main Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Main Beach bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Main Beach train from?

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

Train or bus from Newcastle to Main Beach?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Main Beach is to bus which takes 12h 19m and costs $120 - $260. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $230 and takes 13h 33m.

Where does the Newcastle to Main Beach bus arrive?

Newcastle to Main Beach bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Surfers Paradise station.

Where does the Newcastle to Main Beach train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newcastle to Main Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Main Beach is 695 km. It takes approximately 7h 33m to drive from Newcastle to Main Beach.

Where can I stay near Main Beach?

There are 2731+ hotels available in Main Beach.

Newcastle to Main Beach - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, tram, bus, and car

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

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Fly Newcastle Airport to Gold Coast Airport, tram
best
1. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane NTL - OOL
2. Take the tram from Broadbeach South turnback to Main Beach station, platform 1tram
3h 38m
$96–468
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 33m
$62–230
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Newcastle to Surfers Paradisebus Brisbane
12h 19m
$120–254
Drive 694.7 km
1. Drive from Newcastle to Main Beachcar 694.7 km
7h 33m
$124–179
Fly Newcastle Airport to Brisbane Airport, train
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
5h 4m
$125–405
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 26m
$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 56m
$144–445
Bus via Ferny Ave at Palm Avenue
1. Take the bus from Newcastle to Surfers Paradisebus Pm12
13h 35m
$100–138

Newcastle to Main Beach by bus (Greyhound)

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12h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 584.7 km
Duration: 3h 38m

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

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Newcastle to Surfers Paradise twice daily. Tickets cost $110–260 and the journey takes 12h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Broadmeadow Station to Main Beach station, platform 2 via Roma Street Station, Roma Street, Helensvale station, platform 1, and Helensvale station, platform 4 in around 13h 33m.

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