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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Maitland is to train via Hamilton Station which costs $16 - $21 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Maitland is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Maitland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 station and arriving at Maitland Station, Station St station. Services depart three times a day, and operate Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Maitland?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Central Station station and arriving at Maitland Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Sydney to Maitland?

The distance between Sydney and Maitland is 191 km. The road distance is 157.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Maitland without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs $18 - $160.

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

The train from Central Station to Maitland Station takes 2h 44m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Maitland bus from?

Sydney to Maitland bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Maitland train from?

Sydney to Maitland train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Sydney to Maitland?

The best way to get from Sydney to Maitland is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs $18 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $15 - $23 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Sydney to Maitland bus arrive?

Sydney to Maitland bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Maitland Station, Station St.

Where does the Sydney to Maitland train arrive?

Sydney to Maitland train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Maitland Station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Maitland?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Maitland is 157 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Sydney to Maitland.

How do I get a train ticket from Sydney to Maitland?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Sydney to Maitland?

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Where can I stay near Maitland?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Central Station to Maitland Stationtrain 33 / ...
2h 44m
$18–160
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Maitland Station, Station Stbus 2303 / ...
2h 45m
$15–23
Drive 157.5 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Maitlandcar 157.5 km
1h 58m
$29–41
Train via Hamilton Station
1. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain Ccn
3h 9m
$16–21

Sydney to Maitland by train

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Distance: 191.4 km
Duration: 2h 44m

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

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Central Station to Maitland Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $26–160 and the journey takes 2h 44m. NSW TrainLink also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Maitland Station, Station St 3 times a day. Tickets cost $15–23 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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