What is the cheapest way to get from Paterson to Sydney?

The cheapest way to get from Paterson to Sydney is to train via Newcastle which costs $16 - $22 and takes 3h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Paterson to Sydney?

The fastest way to get from Paterson to Sydney is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Paterson and Sydney?

No, there is no direct bus from Paterson station to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Main St Opp Paterson Station and arriving at Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 via Maitland Station, Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Paterson and Sydney?

No, there is no direct train from Paterson station to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Paterson Station and arriving at Central Station via Maitland Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Paterson to Sydney?

The distance between Paterson and Sydney is 181 km. The road distance is 178.7 km.

How do I travel from Paterson to Sydney without a car?

The best way to get from Paterson to Sydney without a car is to bus which takes 3h 46m and costs $19 - $28.

How long does it take to get from Paterson to Sydney?

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Paterson to Sydney, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paterson to Sydney bus from?

Paterson to Sydney bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Maitland Station, Station St.

Where do I catch the Paterson to Sydney train from?

Paterson to Sydney train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Maitland Station.

Train or bus from Paterson to Sydney?

The best way to get from Paterson to Sydney is to bus which takes 3h 46m and costs $19 - $28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $25 - $160 and takes 3h 51m.

Where does the Paterson to Sydney bus arrive?

Paterson to Sydney bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

Where does the Paterson to Sydney train arrive?

Paterson to Sydney train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Paterson to Sydney?

Yes, the driving distance between Paterson to Sydney is 179 km. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Paterson to Sydney.

Where can I stay near Sydney?

There are 5205+ hotels available in Sydney.

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There are 5 ways to get from Paterson to Sydney by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Maitland Station, Station St to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1bus 3208 / ...
3h 46m
$19–28
Bus via Newcastle
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Main St Opp Paterson Station to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Bbus 19Hu
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to Gordon Station, Stand Cbus 15Cn
4h 37m
$14–24
Train
1. Take the train from Maitland Station to Central Stationtrain 34 / ...
3h 51m
$26–157
Drive 178.7 km
1. Drive from Paterson to Sydneycar 178.7 km
2h 9m
$32–46
Train via Newcastle
1. Take the train from Paterson Station to Hamilton Stationtrain Hun
2. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Central Stationtrain Ccn
3h 58m
$17–22

Paterson to Sydney by bus

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Distance: 181.1 km
Duration: 3h 46m

What companies run services between Paterson, NSW, Australia and Sydney, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Maitland Station, Station St to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 every 4 hours. Tickets cost $15–22 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Maitland Station to Central Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $20–150 and the journey takes 2h 33m. NSW TrainLink also services this route 4 times a day.

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