What is the cheapest way to get from Shortland to Nelson Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Shortland to Nelson Bay is to bus which costs $9 - $13 and takes 1h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shortland to Nelson Bay?

The fastest way to get from Shortland to Nelson Bay is to drive which takes 50 min and costs $10 - $15.

Is there a direct bus between Shortland and Nelson Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Shortland to Nelson Bay. However, there are services departing from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St and arriving at Donald St Before Stockton St via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Shortland to Nelson Bay?

The distance between Shortland and Nelson Bay is 73 km. The road distance is 56.9 km.

How do I travel from Shortland to Nelson Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Shortland to Nelson Bay without a car is to bus which takes 1h 53m and costs $9 - $13.

How long does it take to get from Shortland to Nelson Bay?

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Shortland to Nelson Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shortland to Nelson Bay bus from?

Shortland to Nelson Bay bus services, operated by Port Stephens Coaches, depart from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St station.

Where does the Shortland to Nelson Bay bus arrive?

Shortland to Nelson Bay bus services, operated by Port Stephens Coaches, arrive at Donald St Before Stockton St station.

Can I drive from Shortland to Nelson Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Shortland to Nelson Bay is 57 km. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Shortland to Nelson Bay.

Where can I stay near Nelson Bay?

There are 1389+ hotels available in Nelson Bay.

Shortland to Nelson Bay - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Shortland to Nelson Bay by bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the bus from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
1h 53m
$9–13
Drive 56.9 km
1. Drive from Shortland to Nelson Baycar 56.9 km
50 min
$11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shortland to Nelson Baytaxi 56.9 km
50 min
$160–200

Shortland to Nelson Bay by train and bus

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1h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 73.3 km
Duration: 1h 53m

What companies run services between Shortland, NSW, Australia and Nelson Bay, NSW, Australia?

Port Stephens Coaches operates a bus from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St to Donald St Before Stockton St hourly. Tickets cost $4–6 and the journey takes 1h 16m.

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