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

The cheapest way to get from Rutherford to Port Macquarie is to train which costs $30 - $180 and takes 5h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rutherford to Port Macquarie is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Rutherford and Port Macquarie?

No, there is no direct bus from Rutherford station to Port Macquarie. However, there are services departing from Telarah Station, Johnson St and arriving at Port Macquarie via Hexham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Rutherford and Port Macquarie?

No, there is no direct train from Rutherford station to Port Macquarie station. However, there are services departing from Telarah Station and arriving at Wauchope Station via Maitland Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

How far is it from Rutherford to Port Macquarie?

The distance between Rutherford and Port Macquarie is 260 km. The road distance is 242.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Rutherford to Port Macquarie without a car is to bus which takes 5h 14m and costs $35 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Rutherford to Port Macquarie, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Rutherford to Port Macquarie?

The best way to get from Rutherford to Port Macquarie is to bus which takes 5h 14m and costs $35 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $180 and takes 5h 53m.

Where does the Rutherford to Port Macquarie bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rutherford to Port Macquarie train arrive?

Rutherford to Port Macquarie train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Wauchope Station.

Can I drive from Rutherford to Port Macquarie?

Yes, the driving distance between Rutherford to Port Macquarie is 243 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Rutherford to Port Macquarie.

Where can I stay near Port Macquarie?

There are 354+ hotels available in Port Macquarie.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Hexham to Port Macquariebus Pm12
5h 14m
$40–61
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Maitland Station to Wauchope Stationtrain 33 / ...
5h 53m
$33–172
Drive 242.6 km
1. Drive from Rutherford to Port Macquariecar 242.6 km
2h 45m
$43–63
Bus via Newcastle
1. Take the bus from Newcastle to Port Macquariebus Au001
6h 51m
$42–74

Rutherford to Port Macquarie by bus

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5h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 260 km
Duration: 5h 14m

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

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Hexham to Port Macquarie once daily. Tickets cost $35–55 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Maitland Station to Wauchope Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $25–160 and the journey takes 3h 45m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily.

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