What is the cheapest way to get from Rockdale to Newtown?

The cheapest way to get from Rockdale to Newtown is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 11 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Rockdale to Newtown?

The fastest way to get from Rockdale to Newtown is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $29 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Rockdale and Newtown?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rockdale Station, Geeves Av, Stand A station and arriving at Newtown Station, King St, Stand B station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

Is there a direct train between Rockdale and Newtown?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rockdale Station station and arriving at Erskineville Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Rockdale to Newtown?

The distance between Rockdale and Newtown is 8 km. The road distance is 8.5 km.

How do I travel from Rockdale to Newtown without a car?

The best way to get from Rockdale to Newtown without a car is to train which takes 16 min and costs $3 - $6.

How long does it take to get from Rockdale to Newtown?

The train from Rockdale Station to Erskineville Station takes 16 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Rockdale to Newtown bus from?

Rockdale to Newtown bus services, operated by Transit Systems, depart from Rockdale Station, Geeves Av, Stand A.

Where do I catch the Rockdale to Newtown train from?

Rockdale to Newtown train services, operated by Sydney Trains, depart from Rockdale Station.

Train or bus from Rockdale to Newtown?

The best way to get from Rockdale to Newtown is to train which takes 16 min and costs $3 - $6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $6 and takes 33 min.

Where does the Rockdale to Newtown bus arrive?

Rockdale to Newtown bus services, operated by Transit Systems, arrive at Newtown Station, King St, Stand B.

Where does the Rockdale to Newtown train arrive?

Rockdale to Newtown train services, operated by Sydney Trains, arrive at Erskineville Station.

Can I drive from Rockdale to Newtown?

Yes, the driving distance between Rockdale to Newtown is 8 km. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Rockdale to Newtown.

Where can I stay near Newtown?

There are 5268+ hotels available in Newtown.

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There are 5 ways to get from Rockdale to Newtown by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rockdale Station to Erskineville Stationtrain T4
16 min
$3–6
Drive 8.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Rockdale to Newtowncar 8.5 km
11 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rockdale Station, Geeves Av, Stand A to Newtown Station, King St, Stand Bbus 422
33 min
$3–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rockdale to Newtowntaxi 8.5 km
11 min
$29–35
Train via Redfern Station
1. Take the train from Rockdale Station to Redfern Stationtrain T4
23 min
$4–6

Rockdale to Newtown by train

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Distance: 7.6 km
Duration: 16 min

What companies run services between Rockdale, NSW, Australia and Newtown, NSW, Australia?

Sydney Trains operates a train from Rockdale Station to Erskineville Station hourly. Tickets cost $3–6 and the journey takes 16 min. Alternatively, Transit Systems operates a bus from Rockdale Station, Geeves Av, Stand A to Newtown Station, King St, Stand B every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3–4 and the journey takes 33 min. Transport for NSW also services this route every 3 hours.

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