What is the cheapest way to get from Old Bar to Newcastle?

The cheapest way to get from Old Bar to Newcastle is to train which costs $22 - $150 and takes 4h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Old Bar to Newcastle?

The fastest way to get from Old Bar to Newcastle is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Old Bar and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Old Bar to Newcastle. However, there are services departing from Old Bar Rd Opp Sheppard St and arriving at Newcastle via Taree. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Old Bar and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct train from Old Bar station to Newcastle station. However, there are services departing from Taree Station and arriving at Broadmeadow Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Old Bar to Newcastle?

The distance between Old Bar and Newcastle is 185 km. The road distance is 176.8 km.

How do I travel from Old Bar to Newcastle without a car?

The best way to get from Old Bar to Newcastle without a car is to bus which takes 4h 2m and costs $30 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Old Bar to Newcastle?

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Old Bar to Newcastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Old Bar to Newcastle bus from?

Old Bar to Newcastle bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Taree station.

Where do I catch the Old Bar to Newcastle train from?

Old Bar to Newcastle train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Taree Station.

Train or bus from Old Bar to Newcastle?

The best way to get from Old Bar to Newcastle is to bus which takes 4h 2m and costs $30 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $22 - $150 and takes 4h 24m.

Where does the Old Bar to Newcastle bus arrive?

Old Bar to Newcastle bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Newcastle station.

Where does the Old Bar to Newcastle train arrive?

Old Bar to Newcastle train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Broadmeadow Station.

Can I drive from Old Bar to Newcastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Old Bar to Newcastle is 177 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Old Bar to Newcastle.

Where can I stay near Newcastle?

There are 486+ hotels available in Newcastle.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Taree to Newcastlebus Sydney
4h 2m
$30–65
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Taree Station to Broadmeadow Stationtrain 34 / ...
4h 24m
$22–150
Drive 176.8 km
1. Drive from Old Bar to Newcastlecar 176.8 km
2h 1m
$32–46
Bus via Heatherbrae
1. Take the bus from Taree to Heatherbraebus Pm11
4h 57m
$33–46

Old Bar to Newcastle by bus and foot

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4h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 185.3 km
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Old Bar, NSW, Australia and Newcastle, NSW, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Taree to Newcastle 4 times a day. Tickets cost $35–65 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Taree Station to Broadmeadow Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $22–150 and the journey takes 2h 54m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily.

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