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

The cheapest way to get from Port Macquarie to Lovedale is to train which costs $30 - $180 and takes 7h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Port Macquarie to Lovedale is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Port Macquarie and Lovedale?

No, there is no direct bus from Port Macquarie to Lovedale. However, there are services departing from Port Macquarie and arriving at Lovedale Rd At Lodge Rd via Maitland Rd Opp Old Maitland Rd, Maitland Station, Railway St and Lochinvar Public School, New England Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Port Macquarie and Lovedale?

No, there is no direct train from Port Macquarie station to Lovedale station. However, there are services departing from Wauchope Station and arriving at Maitland Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

How far is it from Port Macquarie to Lovedale?

The distance between Port Macquarie and Lovedale is 286 km. The road distance is 268.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Port Macquarie to Lovedale without a car is to bus which takes 6h 50m and costs $50 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Port Macquarie to Lovedale, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Port Macquarie to Lovedale?

The best way to get from Port Macquarie to Lovedale is to bus which takes 6h 50m and costs $50 - $80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $180 and takes 7h 7m.

Where does the Port Macquarie to Lovedale bus arrive?

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

Where does the Port Macquarie to Lovedale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Port Macquarie to Lovedale?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Macquarie to Lovedale is 269 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Port Macquarie to Lovedale.

Where can I stay near Lovedale?

There are 397+ hotels available in Lovedale.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Port Macquarie to Hexhambus Pm11
6h 50m
$53–76
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Wauchope Station to Maitland Stationtrain 34 / ...
7h 7m
$34–179
Drive 268.8 km
1. Drive from Port Macquarie to Lovedalecar 268.8 km
2h 54m
$49–71
Bus via Newcastle
1. Take the bus from Port Macquarie to Newcastlebus Au001
7h 23m
$50–74

Port Macquarie to Lovedale by bus

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6h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 285.9 km
Duration: 6h 50m

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

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Port Macquarie to Hexham once daily. Tickets cost $40–60 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 $30–160 and the journey takes 3h 40m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily.

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