What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Watsons Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Watsons Bay is to bus and line 324 bus via Gordon Station which costs $12 - $22 and takes 3h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle to Watsons Bay?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to Watsons Bay is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Watsons Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle to Watsons Bay. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Robertson Park, Military Rd via Town Hall, Park St, Stand G. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Newcastle to Watsons Bay?

The distance between Newcastle and Watsons Bay is 168 km. The road distance is 163 km.

How do I travel from Newcastle to Watsons Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Watsons Bay without a car is to bus and line 324 bus which takes 3h 31m and costs $35 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle to Watsons Bay?

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Newcastle to Watsons Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Watsons Bay bus from?

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

Where does the Newcastle to Watsons Bay bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newcastle to Watsons Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Watsons Bay is 163 km. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Newcastle to Watsons Bay.

Where can I stay near Watsons Bay?

There are 5089+ hotels available in Watsons Bay.

Newcastle to Watsons Bay - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 324 bus

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

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Bus, line 324 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Newcastle to Central Stationbus Sydney
2. Take the bus from Town Hall, Park St, Stand G to Robertson Park, Military Rdbus 324 / ...
3h 31m
$37–69
Bus, line 324 bus via Gordon Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to Gordon Station, Stand Cbus 15Cn / ...
2. Take the bus from Wynyard Station, York St, Stand G to Robertson Park, Military Rdbus 324 / ...
3h 43m
$13–22
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Central Stationtrain Ccn
2. Take the ferry from Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side B to Watsons Bay Wharfferry F9
3h 38m
$20–40
Drive 163 km
1. Drive from Newcastle to Watsons Baycar 163 km
2h 14m
$29–42

Newcastle to Watsons Bay by bus and subway

38Weekly Services

3h 31mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.9 km
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Newcastle, NSW, Australia and Watsons Bay, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Newcastle to Robertson Park, Military Rd via Central Station, Central Station, Gadigal Station, and Town Hall, Park St, Stand G in around 3h 31m.

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