What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Port Stephens Shire?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Port Stephens Shire is to line 136 bus which costs $4 - $7 and takes 47 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle to Port Stephens Shire?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to Port Stephens Shire is to line 136 bus which takes 47 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Port Stephens Shire?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mitchell St At Queen St and arriving at Laurina St At Hakea Pde. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Newcastle to Port Stephens Shire?

The distance between Newcastle and Port Stephens Shire is 33 km. The road distance is 40.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Newcastle to Port Stephens Shire without a car is to line 136 bus which takes 47 min and costs $4 - $7.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle to Port Stephens Shire?

The line 136 bus from Mitchell St At Queen St to Laurina St At Hakea Pde takes 47 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Port Stephens Shire bus from?

Newcastle to Port Stephens Shire bus services, operated by CDC NSW Hunter Valley Buses, depart from Mitchell St At Queen St station.

Where does the Newcastle to Port Stephens Shire bus arrive?

Newcastle to Port Stephens Shire bus services, operated by CDC NSW Hunter Valley Buses, arrive at Laurina St At Hakea Pde station.

Can I drive from Newcastle to Port Stephens Shire?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Port Stephens Shire is 41 km. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Newcastle to Port Stephens Shire.

Where can I stay near Port Stephens Shire?

There are 609+ hotels available in Port Stephens Shire.

Newcastle to Port Stephens Shire - 3 ways to travel via line 136 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Newcastle to Port Stephens Shire by bus, car, or taxi

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Line 136 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Mitchell St At Queen St to Laurina St At Hakea Pdebus 136 / ...
47 min
$4–7
Drive 40.8 km
1. Drive from Newcastle to Port Stephens Shirecar 40.8 km
47 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Newcastle to Port Stephens Shiretaxi 40.8 km
47 min
$110–140

Newcastle to Port Stephens Shire by bus

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Distance: 33.2 km
Duration: 47 min

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

CDC NSW Hunter Valley Buses operates a bus from Mitchell St At Queen St to Laurina St At Hakea Pde every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $4–7 and the journey takes 47 min.

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