What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney to Nelson Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Nelson Bay is to train and bus which costs $14 - $19 and takes 4h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney to Nelson Bay?

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Nelson Bay is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Nelson Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Nelson Bay. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Donald St Before Stockton St via Customs House, Watt St and Hunter St Before Tudor St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Sydney to Nelson Bay?

The distance between Sydney and Nelson Bay is 230 km. The road distance is 203.9 km.

How do I travel from Sydney to Nelson Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney to Nelson Bay without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 11m and costs $14 - $19.

How long does it take to get from Sydney to Nelson Bay?

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Sydney to Nelson Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Nelson Bay bus from?

Sydney to Nelson Bay bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Central Station.

Where does the Sydney to Nelson Bay bus arrive?

Sydney to Nelson Bay bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Nelson Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Nelson Bay is 204 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Sydney to Nelson Bay.

Where can I stay near Nelson Bay?

There are 1389+ hotels available in Nelson Bay.

Sydney to Nelson Bay - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Sydney to Nelson Bay by train, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain Ccn
2. Take the bus from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
4h 11m
$14–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Newcastlebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Hunter St Before Tudor St to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
4h 25m
$37–69
Drive 203.9 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Nelson Baycar 203.9 km
2h 28m
$37–53

Sydney to Nelson Bay by train and bus

182Weekly Services

4h 11mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 229.9 km
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Nelson Bay, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Central Station to Donald St Before Stockton St via Customs House, Watt St and Hunter St Before Tudor St in around 4h 25m.

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