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

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Prestons is to bus and train and line 869 bus which costs $13 - $22 and takes 3h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to Prestons is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Prestons?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle to Prestons. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at San Marino Dr Before Sicilia St via Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M and Liverpool Station, Stand D. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle and Prestons?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle to Prestons station. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Interchange and arriving at Liverpool Station via Strathfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Newcastle to Prestons?

The distance between Newcastle and Prestons is 184 km. The road distance is 171.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Newcastle to Prestons without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs $15 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Newcastle to Prestons, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Prestons bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Prestons train from?

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

Train or bus from Newcastle to Prestons?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Prestons is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs $15 - $24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $70 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Newcastle to Prestons bus arrive?

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

Where does the Newcastle to Prestons train arrive?

Newcastle to Prestons train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Strathfield Station.

Can I drive from Newcastle to Prestons?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Prestons is 171 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Newcastle to Prestons.

Where can I stay near Prestons?

There are 672+ hotels available in Prestons.

Newcastle to Prestons - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 869 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Strathfield Stationtrain Ccn
3h 45m
$16–23
Bus, train, line 869 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to George St Opp Hornsby Stationbus
2. Take the train from Hornsby Station to Burwood Stationtrain T9
3. Take the train from Burwood Station to Liverpool Stationtrain T2 / ...
4. Take the bus from Liverpool Station, Stand D to San Marino Dr Before Sicilia Stbus 851 / ...
3h 58m
$14–22
Drive 171.2 km
1. Drive from Newcastle to Prestonscar 171.2 km
2h 16m
$31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle to Central Stationbus Sydney
4h 50m
$38–69

Newcastle to Prestons by train and bus

385Weekly Services

3h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 184.3 km
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Newcastle, NSW, Australia and Prestons, NSW, Australia?

Intercity Trains operates a train from Newcastle Interchange to Strathfield Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 2h 39m. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Newcastle to Central Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily.

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