What is the cheapest way to get from Rutherford to Sydney?

The cheapest way to get from Rutherford to Sydney is to train via Newcastle which costs $19 - $27 and takes 4h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rutherford to Sydney?

The fastest way to get from Rutherford to Sydney is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Rutherford and Sydney?

No, there is no direct bus from Rutherford to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Rutherford Shopping Centre, West Mall and arriving at Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 via Maitland Station, Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Rutherford and Sydney?

No, there is no direct train from Rutherford station to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Telarah Station and arriving at Central Station via Maitland Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Rutherford to Sydney?

The distance between Rutherford and Sydney is 194 km. The road distance is 161 km.

How do I travel from Rutherford to Sydney without a car?

The best way to get from Rutherford to Sydney without a car is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs $25 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Rutherford to Sydney?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Rutherford to Sydney, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rutherford to Sydney bus from?

Rutherford to Sydney bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Maitland Station, Station St.

Where do I catch the Rutherford to Sydney train from?

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

Train or bus from Rutherford to Sydney?

The best way to get from Rutherford to Sydney is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs $25 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $19 - $28 and takes 3h 43m.

Where does the Rutherford to Sydney bus arrive?

Rutherford to Sydney bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

Where does the Rutherford to Sydney train arrive?

Rutherford to Sydney train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Rutherford to Sydney?

Yes, the driving distance between Rutherford to Sydney is 161 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Rutherford to Sydney.

Where can I stay near Sydney?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maitland Station to Central Stationtrain 34 / ...
3h 36m
$25–157
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Maitland Station, Station St to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1bus 3208 / ...
3h 43m
$19–27
Drive 161 km
1. Drive from Rutherford to Sydneycar 161 km
2h 1m
$29–42
Train via Newcastle
1. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Central Stationtrain Ccn
4h 26m
$19–27

Rutherford to Sydney by train

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Distance: 193.7 km
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Rutherford, NSW, Australia and Sydney, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Maitland Station to Central Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $20–150 and the journey takes 2h 33m. NSW TrainLink also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Maitland Station, Station St to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 every 4 hours. Tickets cost $15–22 and the journey takes 2h 20m.

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