What is the cheapest way to get from North Sydney to Newcastle?

The cheapest way to get from North Sydney to Newcastle is to bus via Hornsby Station Taxi Rank, Station St which costs $8 - $13 and takes 2h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from North Sydney to Newcastle?

The fastest way to get from North Sydney to Newcastle is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between North Sydney and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct bus from North Sydney to Newcastle. However, there are services departing from Pacific Hwy Before Bay Rd and arriving at Newcastle Interchange, Stand B via Hornsby Station Taxi Rank, Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

Is there a direct train between North Sydney and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct train from North Sydney station to Newcastle. However, there are services departing from Victoria Cross Station and arriving at Newcastle Interchange via Epping Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from North Sydney to Newcastle?

The distance between North Sydney and Newcastle is 155 km. The road distance is 148.1 km.

How do I travel from North Sydney to Newcastle without a car?

The best way to get from North Sydney to Newcastle without a car is to bus via Hornsby Station Taxi Rank, Station St which takes 2h 52m and costs $8 - $13.

How long does it take to get from North Sydney to Newcastle?

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from North Sydney to Newcastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the North Sydney to Newcastle bus from?

North Sydney to Newcastle bus services, operated by Busways, depart from Pacific Hwy Before Bay Rd station.

Where do I catch the North Sydney to Newcastle train from?

North Sydney to Newcastle train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Epping Station.

Train or bus from North Sydney to Newcastle?

The best way to get from North Sydney to Newcastle is to bus via Hornsby Station Taxi Rank, Station St which takes 2h 52m and costs $8 - $13. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $12 - $18 and takes 2h 58m.

Where does the North Sydney to Newcastle bus arrive?

North Sydney to Newcastle bus services, operated by Busways, arrive at Hornsby Station, Stand B.

Where does the North Sydney to Newcastle train arrive?

North Sydney to Newcastle train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Newcastle Interchange station.

Can I drive from North Sydney to Newcastle?

Yes, the driving distance between North Sydney to Newcastle is 148 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from North Sydney to Newcastle.

Where can I stay near Newcastle?

There are 488+ hotels available in Newcastle.

North Sydney to Newcastle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from North Sydney to Newcastle by bus, train, or car

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Bus via Hornsby Station Taxi Rank, Station St
best
1. Take the bus from Pacific Hwy Before Bay Rd to Hornsby Station, Stand Bbus N90
2. Take the bus from Hornsby Station Taxi Rank, Station St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Bbus 15Cn / ...
2h 52m
$9–13
Train
1. Take the train from Epping Station to Newcastle Interchangetrain Ccn
2h 58m
$13–18
Drive 148.1 km
1. Drive from North Sydney to Newcastlecar 148.1 km
1h 59m
$27–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chatswood to Newcastlebus Pm12
3h 45m
$31–45

North Sydney to Newcastle by bus

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Distance: 155.5 km
Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between North Sydney, NSW, Australia and Newcastle, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Pacific Hwy Before Bay Rd to Newcastle Interchange, Stand B via Hornsby Station, Stand B and Hornsby Station Taxi Rank, Station St in around 2h 52m. Alternatively, Intercity Trains operates a train from Epping Station to Newcastle Interchange every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $9–12 and the journey takes 2h 28m.

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