What is the cheapest way to get from Shoal Bay to Avoca Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Shoal Bay to Avoca Beach is to bus and train which costs $15 - $22 and takes 4h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shoal Bay to Avoca Beach?

The fastest way to get from Shoal Bay to Avoca Beach is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Shoal Bay and Avoca Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Shoal Bay to Avoca Beach. However, there are services departing from Tomaree Rd Before Messines St and arriving at Avoca Dr At Ficus Av via Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd and Gosford Station, Stand J. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Shoal Bay to Avoca Beach?

The distance between Shoal Bay and Avoca Beach is 182 km. The road distance is 139.5 km.

How do I travel from Shoal Bay to Avoca Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Shoal Bay to Avoca Beach without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 30m and costs $15 - $22.

How long does it take to get from Shoal Bay to Avoca Beach?

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Shoal Bay to Avoca Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shoal Bay to Avoca Beach bus from?

Shoal Bay to Avoca Beach bus services, operated by Port Stephens Coaches, depart from Tomaree Rd Before Messines St station.

Where does the Shoal Bay to Avoca Beach bus arrive?

Shoal Bay to Avoca Beach bus services, operated by Port Stephens Coaches, arrive at Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont St station.

Can I drive from Shoal Bay to Avoca Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Shoal Bay to Avoca Beach is 139 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Shoal Bay to Avoca Beach.

Where can I stay near Avoca Beach?

There are 1330+ hotels available in Avoca Beach.

Shoal Bay to Avoca Beach - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Shoal Bay to Avoca Beach by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
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1. Take the bus from Tomaree Rd After Verona Rd to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Bbus 130 / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Gosford Stationtrain Ccn
4h 30m
$15–22
Drive 139.5 km
1. Drive from Shoal Bay to Avoca Beachcar 139.5 km
2h 12m
$26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tomaree Rd Before Messines St to Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont Stbus 130 / ...
2. Take the bus from Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd to Gosford Station, Stand Gbus 2406 / ...
5h 43m
$23–34

Shoal Bay to Avoca Beach by bus and train

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4h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 181.9 km
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Shoal Bay, NSW, Australia and Avoca Beach, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Tomaree Rd Before Messines St to Avoca Dr At Ficus Av via Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont St, Hamilton Station, Broadmeadow Station, Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd, Gosford Station, Stand G, and Gosford Station, Stand J in around 5h 43m.

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