What is the cheapest way to get from Shoal Bay to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Shoal Bay to Melbourne is to bus and train via Newcastle which costs $90 - $260 and takes 16h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shoal Bay to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Shoal Bay to Melbourne is to bus and fly which takes 4h 25m and costs $140 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Shoal Bay and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Shoal Bay to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Tomaree Rd Before Messines St and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St via Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont St, Newcastle and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h.

How far is it from Shoal Bay to Melbourne?

The distance between Shoal Bay and Melbourne is 901 km. The road distance is 1046.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Shoal Bay to Melbourne without a car is to bus and train via Newcastle which takes 16h 40m and costs $90 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Shoal Bay to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Shoal Bay to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shoal Bay to Melbourne bus from?

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

Where does the Shoal Bay to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shoal Bay to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Shoal Bay to Melbourne is 1046 km. It takes approximately 11h 19m to drive from Shoal Bay to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5332+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Shoal Bay to Melbourne - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Shoal Bay to Melbourne by bus, plane, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus to Newcastle Airport, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Tomaree Rd After Verona Rd to Newcastle Airport, Williamtown Drbus
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane NTL - MEL
4h 25m
$142–383
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tomaree Rd After Verona Rd to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Bbus 130 / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Central Stationtrain Ccn
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus
17h 11m
$73–319
Bus, train via Newcastle
1. Take the bus from Tomaree Rd Before Messines St to Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont Stbus 130 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Central Stationtrain Ccn
3. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
16h 40m
$93–259
Drive 1,046.3 km
1. Drive from Shoal Bay to Melbournecar 1,046.3 km
11h 19m
$190–274
Bus, train to Sydney International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Tomaree Rd Before Messines St to Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont Stbus
2. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Central Stationtrain
3. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane SYD - MEL
8h 15m
$162–391
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tomaree Rd Before Messines St to Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont Stbus 130 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle to Central Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
18h
$147–251

Shoal Bay to Melbourne by bus and train

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16h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 900.9 km
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Shoal Bay, NSW, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Tomaree Rd Before Messines St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St via Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont St, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 18h.

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