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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Merewether Beach is to bus which costs $19 - $28 and takes 3h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Merewether Beach is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Merewether Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Merewether Beach. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Carpenter Court Aged Care Plus Centre, Watkins St via Customs House, Watt St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Merewether Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Merewether Beach station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Broadmeadow Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Sydney to Merewether Beach?

The distance between Sydney and Merewether Beach is 160 km. The road distance is 149.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Merewether Beach without a car is to bus via Customs House, Watt St which takes 2h 58m and costs $30 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Sydney to Merewether Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Merewether Beach bus from?

Sydney to Merewether Beach bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Merewether Beach train from?

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

Train or bus from Sydney to Merewether Beach?

The best way to get from Sydney to Merewether Beach is to bus via Customs House, Watt St which takes 2h 58m and costs $30 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $13 - $150 and takes 3h 26m.

Where does the Sydney to Merewether Beach bus arrive?

Sydney to Merewether Beach bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Newcastle station.

Where does the Sydney to Merewether Beach train arrive?

Sydney to Merewether Beach train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Broadmeadow Station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Merewether Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Merewether Beach is 150 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Sydney to Merewether Beach.

Where can I stay near Merewether Beach?

There are 480+ hotels available in Merewether Beach.

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There are 4 ways to get from Sydney to Merewether Beach by bus (Greyhound), train, car, or bus

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Bus via Customs House, Watt St
best
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Newcastlebus Brisbane
2h 58m
$33–63
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Broadmeadow Stationtrain Ccn
3h 26m
$14–149
Drive 149.6 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Merewether Beachcar 149.6 km
1h 58m
$27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rdbus 3101 / ...
3h 46m
$19–28

Sydney to Merewether Beach by bus

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Distance: 160.4 km
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Merewether Beach, NSW, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Central Station to Newcastle twice daily. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Intercity Trains operates a train from Central Station to Broadmeadow Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Two other operators also service this route.

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