What is the cheapest way to get from Shortland to Maitland?

The cheapest way to get from Shortland to Maitland is to line 2472 bus which costs $4 - $7 and takes 39 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Shortland to Maitland?

The fastest way to get from Shortland to Maitland is to train which takes 25 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Shortland and Maitland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shortland Public School, Sandgate Rd and arriving at Maitland Station, Railway St station. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

Is there a direct train between Shortland and Maitland?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sandgate Station station and arriving at Maitland Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Shortland to Maitland?

The distance between Shortland and Maitland is 22 km. The road distance is 26.3 km.

How do I travel from Shortland to Maitland without a car?

The best way to get from Shortland to Maitland without a car is to train which takes 25 min and costs $5 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Shortland to Maitland?

The train from Sandgate Station to Maitland Station takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Shortland to Maitland bus from?

Shortland to Maitland bus services, operated by CDC NSW Hunter Valley Buses, depart from Shortland Public School, Sandgate Rd station.

Where do I catch the Shortland to Maitland train from?

Shortland to Maitland train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Sandgate Station.

Train or bus from Shortland to Maitland?

The best way to get from Shortland to Maitland is to train which takes 25 min and costs $5 - $8. Alternatively, you can line 2472 bus, which costs $4 - $7 and takes 39 min.

Where does the Shortland to Maitland bus arrive?

Shortland to Maitland bus services, operated by CDC NSW Hunter Valley Buses, arrive at Maitland Station, Railway St.

Where does the Shortland to Maitland train arrive?

Shortland to Maitland train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Maitland Station.

Can I drive from Shortland to Maitland?

Yes, the driving distance between Shortland to Maitland is 26 km. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Shortland to Maitland.

Where can I stay near Maitland?

There are 415+ hotels available in Maitland.

Shortland to Maitland - 4 ways to travel via train, line 2472 bus, taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Shortland to Maitland by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sandgate Station to Maitland Stationtrain Hun
25 min
$5–8
Line 2472 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shortland Public School, Sandgate Rd to Maitland Station, Railway Stbus 2472
39 min
$4–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shortland to Maitlandtaxi 26.3 km
25 min
$80–100
Drive 26.3 km
1. Drive from Shortland to Maitlandcar 26.3 km
25 min
$5–7

Shortland to Maitland by train

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Distance: 22.1 km
Duration: 25 min

What companies run services between Shortland, NSW, Australia and Maitland, NSW, Australia?

Intercity Trains operates a train from Sandgate Station to Maitland Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $5–8 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, CDC NSW Hunter Valley Buses operates a bus from Shortland Public School, Sandgate Rd to Maitland Station, Railway St once daily. Tickets cost $4–7 and the journey takes 39 min.

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