What is the cheapest way to get from Port Macquarie to East Maitland?

The cheapest way to get from Port Macquarie to East Maitland is to bus via Newcastle which costs $40 - $70 and takes 5h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Macquarie to East Maitland?

The fastest way to get from Port Macquarie to East Maitland is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Port Macquarie and East Maitland?

No, there is no direct bus from Port Macquarie to East Maitland. However, there are services departing from Port Macquarie and arriving at Hexham via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Port Macquarie and East Maitland?

No, there is no direct train from Port Macquarie station to East Maitland station. However, there are services departing from Wauchope Station and arriving at Victoria Street Station via Maitland Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Port Macquarie to East Maitland?

The distance between Port Macquarie and East Maitland is 247 km. The road distance is 236.8 km.

How do I travel from Port Macquarie to East Maitland without a car?

The best way to get from Port Macquarie to East Maitland without a car is to bus which takes 3h 52m and costs $40 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Port Macquarie to East Maitland?

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Port Macquarie to East Maitland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Port Macquarie to East Maitland bus from?

Port Macquarie to East Maitland bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Port Macquarie station.

Where do I catch the Port Macquarie to East Maitland train from?

Port Macquarie to East Maitland train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Wauchope Station.

Train or bus from Port Macquarie to East Maitland?

The best way to get from Port Macquarie to East Maitland is to bus which takes 3h 52m and costs $40 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $180 and takes 5h 19m.

Where does the Port Macquarie to East Maitland bus arrive?

Port Macquarie to East Maitland bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Hexham station.

Where does the Port Macquarie to East Maitland train arrive?

Port Macquarie to East Maitland train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Maitland Station.

Can I drive from Port Macquarie to East Maitland?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Macquarie to East Maitland is 237 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Port Macquarie to East Maitland.

Where can I stay near East Maitland?

There are 329+ hotels available in East Maitland.

Port Macquarie to East Maitland - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Port Macquarie to East Maitland by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Port Macquarie to Hexhambus Pm11
3h 52m
$43–61
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Wauchope Station to Maitland Stationtrain 34 / ...
5h 19m
$36–176
Drive 236.8 km
1. Drive from Port Macquarie to East Maitlandcar 236.8 km
2h 36m
$42–61
Bus via Newcastle
1. Take the bus from Port Macquarie to Newcastlebus Au001
5h 21m
$41–66

Port Macquarie to East Maitland by bus and train

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3h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 246.8 km
Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between Port Macquarie, NSW, Australia and East Maitland, NSW, Australia?

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Port Macquarie to Hexham once daily. Tickets cost $35–55 and the journey takes 3h 25m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Wauchope Station to Maitland Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $25–160 and the journey takes 3h 40m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily.

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