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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Newcastle is to train which costs $10 - $13 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Newcastle is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Newcastle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Central Station station and arriving at Newcastle. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Newcastle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Central Station station and arriving at Newcastle Interchange. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Sydney to Newcastle?

The distance between Sydney and Newcastle is 155 km. The road distance is 152.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Newcastle without a car is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs $29 - $60.

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

The bus from Central Station to Newcastle takes 2h 25m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Newcastle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sydney to Newcastle train from?

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

Train or bus from Sydney to Newcastle?

The best way to get from Sydney to Newcastle is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs $29 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $10 - $13 and takes 2h 53m.

Where does the Sydney to Newcastle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sydney to Newcastle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydney to Newcastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Newcastle is 152 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Sydney to Newcastle.

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

Book your Sydney to Newcastle train tickets online with 12go.asia.

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

Book your Sydney to Newcastle bus tickets online with Omio and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Newcastle?

There are 485+ hotels available in Newcastle.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Newcastlebus Brisbane
2h 25m
$29–60
Bus via Gordon Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gordon Station, Werona Av, Stand D to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Bbus 15Cn
3h 14m
$9–15
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Newcastle Interchangetrain Ccn
2h 53m
$10–13
Drive 152.2 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Newcastlecar 152.2 km
2h 1m
$28–40

Sydney to Newcastle by bus

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2h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 155.2 km
Duration: 2h 25m

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

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Central Station to Newcastle twice daily. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Intercity Trains operates a train from Central Station to Newcastle Interchange every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $10–13 and the journey takes 2h 53m.

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