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

The cheapest way to get from Shortland to Sydney is to train which costs $13 - $19 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shortland to Sydney is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Shortland and Sydney?

No, there is no direct bus from Shortland to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from University Dr After Blue Gum Rd and arriving at Central Station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Shortland and Sydney?

No, there is no direct train from Shortland station to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Station and arriving at Central Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Shortland to Sydney?

The distance between Shortland and Sydney is 178 km. The road distance is 150.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Shortland to Sydney without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs $13 - $19.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Shortland to Sydney, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shortland to Sydney bus from?

Shortland to Sydney bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Newcastle station.

Where do I catch the Shortland to Sydney train from?

Shortland to Sydney train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Hamilton Station.

Train or bus from Shortland to Sydney?

The best way to get from Shortland to Sydney is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs $13 - $19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $70 and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the Shortland to Sydney bus arrive?

Shortland to Sydney bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Shortland to Sydney train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shortland to Sydney?

Yes, the driving distance between Shortland to Sydney is 151 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Shortland to Sydney.

Where can I stay near Sydney?

There are 5324+ hotels available in Sydney.

Shortland to Sydney - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Shortland to Sydney by train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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1. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Central Stationtrain Ccn
3h 42m
$14–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle to Central Stationbus Sydney
4h 16m
$35–66
Drive 150.6 km
1. Drive from Shortland to Sydneycar 150.6 km
1h 47m
$28–40

Shortland to Sydney by bus and train

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Distance: 178.4 km
Duration: 3h 42m

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

Intercity Trains operates a train from Hamilton Station to Central Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 2h 52m. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Newcastle to Central Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $35–57 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily.

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