What is the cheapest way to get from Smiths Lake to Nelson Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Smiths Lake to Nelson Bay is to bus which costs $16 - $22 and takes 4h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Smiths Lake to Nelson Bay?

The fastest way to get from Smiths Lake to Nelson Bay is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Smiths Lake and Nelson Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Smiths Lake to Nelson Bay. However, there are services departing from The Lakes Way At Macwood Rd and arriving at Donald St Before Stockton St via Newcastle Interchange, Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Smiths Lake to Nelson Bay?

The distance between Smiths Lake and Nelson Bay is 158 km. The road distance is 139.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Smiths Lake to Nelson Bay without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 2h 27m and costs $210 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Smiths Lake to Nelson Bay?

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Smiths Lake to Nelson Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Smiths Lake to Nelson Bay bus from?

Smiths Lake to Nelson Bay bus services, operated by Busways, depart from The Lakes Way At Macwood Rd station.

Where does the Smiths Lake to Nelson Bay bus arrive?

Smiths Lake to Nelson Bay bus services, operated by Busways, arrive at Newcastle Interchange, Stand C station.

Can I drive from Smiths Lake to Nelson Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Smiths Lake to Nelson Bay is 139 km. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Smiths Lake to Nelson Bay.

Where can I stay near Nelson Bay?

There are 1395+ hotels available in Nelson Bay.

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

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

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from The Lakes Way At Macwood Rd to Booner St At Tuloa Avbus 150
2. Take the taxi from Booner St At Tuloa Av to Nelson Baytaxi
2h 27m
$217–259
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Lakes Way At Macwood Rd to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Cbus 150 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand A to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
4h 47m
$16–21
Drive 139.4 km
1. Drive from Smiths Lake to Nelson Baycar 139.4 km
1h 44m
$26–37

Smiths Lake to Nelson Bay by bus

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Distance: 158.2 km
Duration: 2h 27m

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

You can take a bus from The Lakes Way At Macwood Rd to Donald St Before Stockton St via Newcastle Interchange, Stand C and Newcastle Interchange, Stand A in around 4h 47m.

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