What is the cheapest way to get from Shellharbour to Newcastle?

The cheapest way to get from Shellharbour to Newcastle is to train which costs $19 - $27 and takes 5h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shellharbour to Newcastle?

The fastest way to get from Shellharbour to Newcastle is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs $45 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Shellharbour and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Shellharbour to Newcastle. However, there are services departing from Addison St Before Mary St and arriving at Newcastle via Wollongong and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Shellharbour and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct train from Shellharbour to Newcastle. However, there are services departing from Shellharbour Junction and arriving at Newcastle Interchange via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Shellharbour to Newcastle?

The distance between Shellharbour and Newcastle is 276 km. The road distance is 247.3 km.

How do I travel from Shellharbour to Newcastle without a car?

The best way to get from Shellharbour to Newcastle without a car is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs $19 - $27.

How long does it take to get from Shellharbour to Newcastle?

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Shellharbour to Newcastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shellharbour to Newcastle bus from?

Shellharbour to Newcastle bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Wollongong station.

Where do I catch the Shellharbour to Newcastle train from?

Shellharbour to Newcastle train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Shellharbour Junction station.

Train or bus from Shellharbour to Newcastle?

The best way to get from Shellharbour to Newcastle is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs $19 - $27. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $100 and takes 7h 4m.

Where does the Shellharbour to Newcastle bus arrive?

Shellharbour to Newcastle bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Shellharbour to Newcastle train arrive?

Shellharbour to Newcastle train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Shellharbour to Newcastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Shellharbour to Newcastle is 247 km. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Shellharbour to Newcastle.

Where can I stay near Newcastle?

There are 499+ hotels available in Newcastle.

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There are 4 ways to get from Shellharbour to Newcastle by train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shellharbour Junction to Central Stationtrain Sco
2. Take the train from Central Station to Newcastle Interchangetrain Ccn
5h 30m
$19–26
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Oak Flats Station to Central Stationtrain Sco
2. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Newcastlebus Au001
6h 37m
$31–49
Drive 247.3 km
1. Drive from Shellharbour to Newcastlecar 247.3 km
3h 15m
$45–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wollongong to Central Stationbus Pm1
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Newcastlebus Brisbane
7h 4m
$58–99

Shellharbour to Newcastle by bus and train

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Distance: 276.5 km
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Shellharbour, NSW, Australia and Newcastle, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Addison St Opp Pioneer Park to Newcastle Interchange via Shellharbour Junction Station, Piper Dr, Stand A, Shellharbour Junction, and Central Station in around 5h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Addison St Before Mary St to Newcastle via Wollongong and Central Station in around 7h 4m.

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