What is the cheapest way to get from Rose Bay to Newcastle?

The cheapest way to get from Rose Bay to Newcastle is to bus via Hornsby Station Taxi Rank, Station St which costs $14 - $21 and takes 4h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rose Bay to Newcastle?

The fastest way to get from Rose Bay to Newcastle is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Rose Bay and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Rose Bay to Newcastle. However, there are services departing from New South Head Rd At Kent Rd and arriving at Newcastle Interchange, Stand B via Town Hall, Park St, Stand H and Hornsby Station Taxi Rank, Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Rose Bay to Newcastle?

The distance between Rose Bay and Newcastle is 174 km. The road distance is 158.5 km.

How do I travel from Rose Bay to Newcastle without a car?

The best way to get from Rose Bay to Newcastle without a car is to ferry and train which takes 3h 33m and costs $20 - $28.

How long does it take to get from Rose Bay to Newcastle?

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Rose Bay to Newcastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rose Bay to Newcastle bus from?

Rose Bay to Newcastle bus services, operated by Busways, depart from Town Hall, Park St, Stand H station.

Where does the Rose Bay to Newcastle bus arrive?

Rose Bay to Newcastle bus services, operated by Busways, arrive at Hornsby Station, Stand B.

Can I drive from Rose Bay to Newcastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Rose Bay to Newcastle is 158 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Rose Bay to Newcastle.

Where can I stay near Newcastle?

There are 486+ hotels available in Newcastle.

Rose Bay to Newcastle - 4 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Rose Bay to Newcastle by ferry, train, bus, or car

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Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Rose Bay Wharf to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side Bferry F9
2. Take the train from Central Station to Newcastle Interchangetrain Ccn
3h 33m
$20–27
Bus via Hornsby Station Taxi Rank, Station St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Town Hall, Park St, Stand H to Hornsby Station, Stand Bbus N80 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hornsby Station Taxi Rank, Station St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Bbus 15Cn
4h 49m
$14–21
Drive 158.5 km
1. Drive from Rose Bay to Newcastlecar 158.5 km
2h 8m
$28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Broadmeadow Station, Brown Rdbus 2371 / ...
5h 32m
$26–39

Rose Bay to Newcastle by ferry and train

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3h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 173.7 km
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Rose Bay, NSW, Australia and Newcastle, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from New South Head Rd At Kent Rd to Newcastle Interchange, Stand B via Town Hall, Park St, Stand H, Hornsby Station, Stand B, and Hornsby Station Taxi Rank, Station St in around 4h 49m.

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