What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney Opera House to Newcastle?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney Opera House to Newcastle is to bus via Gordon Station which costs $8 - $16 and takes 3h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney Opera House to Newcastle?

The fastest way to get from Sydney Opera House to Newcastle is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney Opera House and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney Opera House station to Newcastle. However, there are services departing from Gordon Station, Werona Av, Stand D and arriving at Newcastle Interchange, Stand B via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney Opera House and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney Opera House station to Newcastle. However, there are services departing from Circular Quay Station and arriving at Newcastle Interchange via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Sydney Opera House to Newcastle?

The distance between Sydney Opera House and Newcastle is 169 km. The road distance is 153.2 km.

How do I travel from Sydney Opera House to Newcastle without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney Opera House to Newcastle without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs $13 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Sydney Opera House to Newcastle?

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Sydney Opera House to Newcastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney Opera House to Newcastle bus from?

Sydney Opera House to Newcastle bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Gordon Station, Werona Av, Stand D.

Where do I catch the Sydney Opera House to Newcastle train from?

Sydney Opera House to Newcastle train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Sydney Opera House to Newcastle?

The best way to get from Sydney Opera House to Newcastle is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus via Gordon Station, which costs $8 - $16 and takes 3h 36m.

Where does the Sydney Opera House to Newcastle bus arrive?

Sydney Opera House to Newcastle bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Newcastle Interchange, Stand B station.

Where does the Sydney Opera House to Newcastle train arrive?

Sydney Opera House to Newcastle train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Newcastle Interchange station.

Can I drive from Sydney Opera House to Newcastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney Opera House to Newcastle is 153 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Sydney Opera House to Newcastle.

Where can I stay near Newcastle?

There are 485+ hotels available in Newcastle.

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There are 4 ways to get from Sydney Opera House to Newcastle by train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Central Station to Newcastle Interchangetrain Ccn
3h 28m
$13–18
Bus via Gordon Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gordon Station, Werona Av, Stand D to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Bbus 15Cn
3h 36m
$9–15
Drive 153.2 km
1. Drive from Sydney Opera House to Newcastlecar 153.2 km
2h 2m
$28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Newcastlebus Brisbane
3h 43m
$32–65

Sydney Opera House to Newcastle by foot and train

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Distance: 168.5 km
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Sydney Opera House, NSW, Australia and Newcastle, NSW, Australia?

Intercity Trains operates a train from Central Station to Newcastle Interchange every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $10–13 and the journey takes 2h 53m. Alternatively, Transport for NSW operates a bus from Gordon Station, Werona Av, Stand D to Newcastle Interchange, Stand B every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $5–8 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

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