What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Shell Cove?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Shell Cove is to train which costs $18 - $24 and takes 5h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle to Shell Cove?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to Shell Cove is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs $45 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Shell Cove?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle to Shell Cove. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Southern Cross Bvd After Cove Bvd via Central Station and Wollongong Station, Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle and Shell Cove?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle to Shell Cove. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Interchange and arriving at Shellharbour Junction via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Newcastle to Shell Cove?

The distance between Newcastle and Shell Cove is 261 km. The road distance is 250.4 km.

How do I travel from Newcastle to Shell Cove without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Shell Cove without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 15m and costs $29 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle to Shell Cove?

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Newcastle to Shell Cove, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Shell Cove bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Shell Cove train from?

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

Train or bus from Newcastle to Shell Cove?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Shell Cove is to train which takes 5h 33m and costs $18 - $24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $100 and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the Newcastle to Shell Cove bus arrive?

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

Where does the Newcastle to Shell Cove train arrive?

Newcastle to Shell Cove train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Newcastle to Shell Cove?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Shell Cove is 250 km. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Newcastle to Shell Cove.

Where can I stay near Shell Cove?

There are 660+ hotels available in Shell Cove.

Newcastle to Shell Cove - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Newcastle to Sydney Central Stationbus Au001
2. Take the train from Central Station to Shellharbour Junctiontrain Sco
5h 15m
$30–47
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Central Stationtrain Ccn
2. Take the train from Central Station to Shellharbour Junctiontrain Sco
5h 33m
$18–24
Drive 250.4 km
1. Drive from Newcastle to Shell Covecar 250.4 km
3h 18m
$45–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle to Central Stationbus Sydney
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Wollongongbus Pm2
6h 53m
$54–98

Newcastle to Shell Cove by train

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Distance: 261.3 km
Duration: 5h 15m

What companies run services between Newcastle, NSW, Australia and Shell Cove, NSW, Australia?

You can take a train from Newcastle Interchange to Shellharbour Junction via Central Station in around 5h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newcastle to Southern Cross Bvd After Cove Bvd via Central Station and Wollongong Station, Station St in around 6h 53m.

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