What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Port Kembla?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Port Kembla is to train which costs $22 - $30 and takes 5h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle to Port Kembla?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to Port Kembla is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Port Kembla?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle to Port Kembla. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at King St Opp Bent St via Central Station and Wollongong Station, Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle and Port Kembla?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle to Port Kembla station. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Interchange and arriving at Port Kembla North Station via Central Station and Wollongong Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Newcastle to Port Kembla?

The distance between Newcastle and Port Kembla is 252 km. The road distance is 235.2 km.

How do I travel from Newcastle to Port Kembla without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Port Kembla without a car is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs $22 - $30.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle to Port Kembla?

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Newcastle to Port Kembla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Port Kembla bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Port Kembla train from?

Newcastle to Port Kembla train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Newcastle Interchange station.

Train or bus from Newcastle to Port Kembla?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Port Kembla is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs $22 - $30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $100 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Newcastle to Port Kembla bus arrive?

Newcastle to Port Kembla bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Newcastle to Port Kembla train arrive?

Newcastle to Port Kembla train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Newcastle to Port Kembla?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Port Kembla is 235 km. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Newcastle to Port Kembla.

Where can I stay near Port Kembla?

There are 492+ hotels available in Port Kembla.

Newcastle to Port Kembla - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Central Stationtrain Ccn
2. Take the train from Central Station to Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
5h 20m
$22–30
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to George St Opp Hornsby Stationbus 15Cn
2. Take the train from Waterfall Station to Port Kembla North Stationtrain Sco
5h 48m
$23–35
Drive 235.2 km
1. Drive from Newcastle to Port Kemblacar 235.2 km
3h 4m
$42–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle to Central Stationbus Sydney
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Wollongongbus Pm2
6h 11m
$53–96

Newcastle to Port Kembla by train

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5h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 252.2 km
Duration: 5h 20m

What companies run services between Newcastle, NSW, Australia and Port Kembla, NSW, Australia?

You can take a train from Newcastle Interchange to Port Kembla North Station via Central Station and Wollongong Station in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newcastle to King St Opp Bent St via Central Station and Wollongong Station, Station St in around 6h 11m.

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