What is the cheapest way to get from South West Rocks to Newcastle?

The cheapest way to get from South West Rocks to Newcastle is to train which costs $30 - $180 and takes 6h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from South West Rocks to Newcastle?

The fastest way to get from South West Rocks to Newcastle is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between South West Rocks and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct bus from South West Rocks to Newcastle. However, there are services departing from Gregory St After Simpson St and arriving at Newcastle via Kempsey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

Is there a direct train between South West Rocks and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct train from South West Rocks station to Newcastle station. However, there are services departing from Kempsey Station and arriving at Broadmeadow Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from South West Rocks to Newcastle?

The distance between South West Rocks and Newcastle is 339 km. The road distance is 311.6 km.

How do I travel from South West Rocks to Newcastle without a car?

The best way to get from South West Rocks to Newcastle without a car is to bus which takes 6h 13m and costs $45 - $75.

How long does it take to get from South West Rocks to Newcastle?

It takes approximately 6h 13m to get from South West Rocks to Newcastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South West Rocks to Newcastle bus from?

South West Rocks to Newcastle bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Kempsey station.

Where do I catch the South West Rocks to Newcastle train from?

South West Rocks to Newcastle train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Kempsey Station.

Train or bus from South West Rocks to Newcastle?

The best way to get from South West Rocks to Newcastle is to bus which takes 6h 13m and costs $45 - $75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $180 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the South West Rocks to Newcastle bus arrive?

South West Rocks to Newcastle bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Newcastle station.

Where does the South West Rocks to Newcastle train arrive?

South West Rocks to Newcastle train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Broadmeadow Station.

Can I drive from South West Rocks to Newcastle?

Yes, the driving distance between South West Rocks to Newcastle is 312 km. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from South West Rocks to Newcastle.

Where can I stay near Newcastle?

There are 481+ hotels available in Newcastle.

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There are 4 ways to get from South West Rocks to Newcastle by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kempsey to Newcastlebus Pm11
6h 13m
$50–71
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kempsey Station to Broadmeadow Stationtrain 34 / ...
6h 23m
$34–176
Drive 311.6 km
1. Drive from South West Rocks to Newcastlecar 311.6 km
3h 27m
$56–81
Bus via Kemp St After Tozer St
1. Take the bus from Gregory St After Simpson St to Kemp St After Tozer Stbus S777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kempsey to Newcastlebus Au001
7h 26m
$45–81

South West Rocks to Newcastle by bus

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Distance: 339.4 km
Duration: 6h 13m

What companies run services between South West Rocks, NSW, Australia and Newcastle, NSW, Australia?

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Kempsey to Newcastle once daily. Tickets cost $45–65 and the journey takes 4h 25m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Kempsey Station to Broadmeadow Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $29–170 and the journey takes 4h 39m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily.

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