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

The cheapest way to get from Shortland to Newcastle is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shortland to Newcastle is to train which takes 13 min and costs $5 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Shortland and Newcastle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Marsden St Before Alister St and arriving at Hunter St After Bellevue St. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

Is there a direct train between Shortland and Newcastle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sandgate Station station and arriving at Newcastle Interchange. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Shortland to Newcastle?

The distance between Shortland and Newcastle is 8 km. The road distance is 12.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Shortland to Newcastle without a car is to train which takes 13 min and costs $5 - $7.

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

The train from Sandgate Station to Newcastle Interchange takes 13 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Shortland to Newcastle bus from?

Shortland to Newcastle bus services, operated by Newcastle Transport, depart from Marsden St Before Alister St station.

Where do I catch the Shortland to Newcastle train from?

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

Train or bus from Shortland to Newcastle?

The best way to get from Shortland to Newcastle is to train which takes 13 min and costs $5 - $7. Alternatively, you can line 47 bus, which costs $5 - $7 and takes 42 min.

Where does the Shortland to Newcastle bus arrive?

Shortland to Newcastle bus services, operated by Newcastle Transport, arrive at Hunter St After Bellevue St station.

Where does the Shortland to Newcastle train arrive?

Shortland to Newcastle train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Newcastle Interchange station.

Can I drive from Shortland to Newcastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Shortland to Newcastle is 13 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Shortland to Newcastle.

Where can I stay near Newcastle?

There are 486+ hotels available in Newcastle.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sandgate Station to Newcastle Interchangetrain Hun
13 min
$5–7
Drive 12.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shortland to Newcastlecar 12.6 km
15 min
$3–4
Line 47 bus
1. Take the bus from Marsden St Before Alister St to Hunter St After Bellevue Stbus 47
42 min
$5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shortland to Newcastletaxi 12.6 km
15 min
$40–50

Shortland to Newcastle by train

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Distance: 8 km
Duration: 13 min

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

Intercity Trains operates a train from Sandgate Station to Newcastle Interchange hourly. Tickets cost $5–7 and the journey takes 13 min. Alternatively, Newcastle Transport operates a bus from Marsden St Before Alister St to Hunter St After Bellevue St hourly. Tickets cost $5–7 and the journey takes 42 min.

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