What is the cheapest way to get from Port Macquarie to Kotara?

The cheapest way to get from Port Macquarie to Kotara is to bus which costs $45 - $65 and takes 4h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Macquarie to Kotara?

The fastest way to get from Port Macquarie to Kotara is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Port Macquarie and Kotara?

No, there is no direct bus from Port Macquarie to Kotara. However, there are services departing from Port Macquarie and arriving at Princeton Av Before Galena St via Customs House, Watt St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Port Macquarie and Kotara?

No, there is no direct train from Port Macquarie station to Kotara station. However, there are services departing from Wauchope Station and arriving at Kotara Station via Broadmeadow Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Port Macquarie to Kotara?

The distance between Port Macquarie and Kotara is 259 km. The road distance is 245.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Port Macquarie to Kotara without a car is to bus via Customs House, Watt St which takes 4h 10m and costs $40 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Port Macquarie to Kotara?

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Port Macquarie to Kotara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Port Macquarie to Kotara bus from?

Port Macquarie to Kotara bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Port Macquarie station.

Where do I catch the Port Macquarie to Kotara train from?

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

Train or bus from Port Macquarie to Kotara?

The best way to get from Port Macquarie to Kotara is to bus via Customs House, Watt St which takes 4h 10m and costs $40 - $95. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $180 and takes 5h 49m.

Where does the Port Macquarie to Kotara bus arrive?

Port Macquarie to Kotara bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Newcastle station.

Where does the Port Macquarie to Kotara train arrive?

Port Macquarie to Kotara train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Broadmeadow Station.

Can I drive from Port Macquarie to Kotara?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Macquarie to Kotara is 245 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Port Macquarie to Kotara.

Where can I stay near Kotara?

There are 551+ hotels available in Kotara.

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There are 4 ways to get from Port Macquarie to Kotara by bus (Greyhound), train, car, or bus

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Bus via Customs House, Watt St
best
1. Take the bus from Port Macquarie to Newcastlebus Sydney
4h 10m
$44–94
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Wauchope Station to Broadmeadow Stationtrain 34 / ...
5h 49m
$37–176
Drive 245.2 km
1. Drive from Port Macquarie to Kotaracar 245.2 km
2h 42m
$44–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Macquarie to Charlestownbus Pm11
4h 20m
$45–62

Port Macquarie to Kotara by bus

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Distance: 259.3 km
Duration: 4h 10m

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

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Port Macquarie to Newcastle 4 times a day. Tickets cost $45–90 and the journey takes 3h 35m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Wauchope Station to Broadmeadow Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $26–160 and the journey takes 4h 2m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily.

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