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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Charlestown is to train which costs $12 - $19 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Charlestown is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Charlestown?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Central Station station and arriving at Charlestown. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Charlestown?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Charlestown station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Cardiff Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Sydney to Charlestown?

The distance between Sydney and Charlestown is 151 km. The road distance is 142.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Charlestown without a car is to bus which takes 2h 40m and costs $29 - $45.

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

The bus from Central Station to Charlestown takes 2h 40m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Charlestown bus from?

Sydney to Charlestown bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Charlestown train from?

Sydney to Charlestown train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Sydney to Charlestown?

The best way to get from Sydney to Charlestown is to bus which takes 2h 40m and costs $29 - $45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $12 - $19 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Sydney to Charlestown bus arrive?

Sydney to Charlestown bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Charlestown station.

Where does the Sydney to Charlestown train arrive?

Sydney to Charlestown train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Cardiff Station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Charlestown?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Charlestown is 143 km. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Sydney to Charlestown.

Where can I stay near Charlestown?

There are 582+ hotels available in Charlestown.

Sydney to Charlestown - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Sydney to Charlestown by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Charlestownbus Pm12
2h 40m
$29–45
Bus via Gordon Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gordon Station, Werona Av, Stand D to Main Rd Opp Cardiff Stationbus 15Cn
3h 13m
$12–21
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Cardiff Stationtrain Ccn
2h 55m
$13–18
Drive 142.5 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Charlestowncar 142.5 km
1h 50m
$26–37

Sydney to Charlestown by bus

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2h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 151.4 km
Duration: 2h 40m

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

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Central Station to Charlestown once daily. Tickets cost $29–45 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, Intercity Trains operates a train from Central Station to Cardiff Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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