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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Rutherford is to train via Newcastle which costs $19 - $27 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Rutherford is to drive which takes 2h and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Rutherford?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Rutherford. However, there are services departing from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 and arriving at Bunning Av After Alexander Av via Maitland Station, Railway St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Rutherford?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Rutherford station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Telarah Station via Maitland Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Sydney to Rutherford?

The distance between Sydney and Rutherford is 164 km. The road distance is 160.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Rutherford without a car is to bus which takes 2h 44m and costs $18 - $28.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Sydney to Rutherford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Rutherford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sydney to Rutherford train from?

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

Train or bus from Sydney to Rutherford?

The best way to get from Sydney to Rutherford is to bus which takes 2h 44m and costs $18 - $28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $25 - $160 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Sydney to Rutherford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sydney to Rutherford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydney to Rutherford?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Rutherford is 161 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Sydney to Rutherford.

Where can I stay near Rutherford?

There are 499+ hotels available in Rutherford.

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Maitland Station, Station Stbus 3107 / ...
2h 44m
$18–28
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Maitland Stationtrain 33 / ...
2h 55m
$26–154
Drive 160.6 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Rutherfordcar 160.6 km
2h
$29–42
Train via Newcastle
1. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain Ccn
2. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Telarah Stationtrain Hun
3h 32m
$19–27

Sydney to Rutherford by bus

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Distance: 163.6 km
Duration: 2h 44m

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

NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Maitland Station, Station St every 4 hours. Tickets cost $15–22 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Central Station to Maitland Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $20–150 and the journey takes 2h 44m. NSW TrainLink also services this route 4 times a day.

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