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

The cheapest way to get from Shortland to Thornton is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shortland to Thornton is to train which takes 11 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Shortland and Thornton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Astra St Before Sandgate Rd and arriving at Thornton Station, Karuah St station. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

Is there a direct train between Shortland and Thornton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sandgate Station station and arriving at Thornton Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from Shortland to Thornton?

The distance between Shortland and Thornton is 12 km. The road distance is 17.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Shortland to Thornton without a car is to train which takes 11 min and costs $5 - $8.

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

The train from Sandgate Station to Thornton Station takes 11 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Shortland to Thornton bus from?

Shortland to Thornton bus services, operated by CDC NSW Hunter Valley Buses, depart from Astra St Before Sandgate Rd station.

Where do I catch the Shortland to Thornton train from?

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

Train or bus from Shortland to Thornton?

The best way to get from Shortland to Thornton is to train which takes 11 min and costs $5 - $8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $4 - $6 and takes 20 min.

Where does the Shortland to Thornton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shortland to Thornton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shortland to Thornton?

Yes, the driving distance between Shortland to Thornton is 18 km. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Shortland to Thornton.

Where can I stay near Thornton?

There are 405+ hotels available in Thornton.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sandgate Station to Thornton Stationtrain Hun
11 min
$5–8
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Astra St Before Sandgate Rd to Thornton Station, Karuah Stbus 1Hu
20 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shortland to Thorntontaxi 17.7 km
17 min
$55–70
Drive 17.7 km
1. Drive from Shortland to Thorntoncar 17.7 km
17 min
$4–5

Shortland to Thornton by train

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Distance: 11.8 km
Duration: 11 min

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

Intercity Trains operates a train from Sandgate Station to Thornton Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $5–8 and the journey takes 11 min. Alternatively, CDC NSW Hunter Valley Buses operates a bus from Astra St Before Sandgate Rd to Thornton Station, Karuah St hourly. Tickets cost $4–6 and the journey takes 20 min.

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