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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Merewether is to train which costs $14 - $18 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Merewether is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Merewether?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Merewether. However, there are services departing from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 and arriving at Morgan St Opp Woodward Street Reserve via Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Merewether?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Merewether. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Newcastle Interchange via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Sydney to Merewether?

The distance between Sydney and Merewether is 170 km. The road distance is 148.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Merewether without a car is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs $14 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Sydney to Merewether, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Merewether bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sydney to Merewether train from?

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

Train or bus from Sydney to Merewether?

The best way to get from Sydney to Merewether is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $19 - $27 and takes 3h 41m.

Where does the Sydney to Merewether bus arrive?

Sydney to Merewether bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Broadmeadow Station, Brown Rd.

Where does the Sydney to Merewether train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydney to Merewether?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Merewether is 149 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Sydney to Merewether.

Where can I stay near Merewether?

There are 502+ hotels available in Merewether.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Central Station to Newcastle Interchangetrain Ccn
3h 5m
$14–18
Bus via Gordon Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gordon Station, Werona Av, Stand D to Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rdbus 15Cn / ...
3h 57m
$13–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Broadmeadow Station, Brown Rdbus 2371 / ...
3h 41m
$19–26
Drive 148.9 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Merewethercar 148.9 km
1h 57m
$27–38

Sydney to Merewether by train and bus

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Distance: 169.9 km
Duration: 3h 5m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Merewether, 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 33m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Broadmeadow Station, Brown Rd every 4 hours. Tickets cost $15–22 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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