What is the cheapest way to get from Thornton to Hornsby?

The cheapest way to get from Thornton to Hornsby is to bus which costs $5 - $8 and takes 1h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thornton to Hornsby?

The fastest way to get from Thornton to Hornsby is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Thornton and Hornsby?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Thornton Station, Karuah St station and arriving at George St Opp Hornsby Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Thornton and Hornsby?

No, there is no direct train from Thornton station to Hornsby station. However, there are services departing from Thornton Station and arriving at Hornsby Station via Hamilton Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Thornton to Hornsby?

The distance between Thornton and Hornsby is 136 km. The road distance is 130.7 km.

How do I travel from Thornton to Hornsby without a car?

The best way to get from Thornton to Hornsby without a car is to bus which takes 1h 34m and costs $5 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Thornton to Hornsby?

The bus from Thornton Station, Karuah St to George St Opp Hornsby Station takes 1h 34m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Thornton to Hornsby bus from?

Thornton to Hornsby bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Thornton Station, Karuah St.

Where do I catch the Thornton to Hornsby train from?

Thornton to Hornsby train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Hamilton Station.

Train or bus from Thornton to Hornsby?

The best way to get from Thornton to Hornsby is to bus which takes 1h 34m and costs $5 - $8. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $14 - $20 and takes 2h 48m.

Where does the Thornton to Hornsby bus arrive?

Thornton to Hornsby bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at George St Opp Hornsby Station.

Where does the Thornton to Hornsby train arrive?

Thornton to Hornsby train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Hornsby Station.

Can I drive from Thornton to Hornsby?

Yes, the driving distance between Thornton to Hornsby is 131 km. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Thornton to Hornsby.

Where can I stay near Hornsby?

There are 4417+ hotels available in Hornsby.

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There are 3 ways to get from Thornton to Hornsby by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Thornton Station, Karuah St to George St Opp Hornsby Stationbus 75Hu / ...
1h 34m
$5–8
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1. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Hornsby Stationtrain Ccn
2h 48m
$15–19
Drive 130.7 km
1. Drive from Thornton to Hornsbycar 130.7 km
1h 27m
$24–34

Thornton to Hornsby by bus

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Distance: 135.7 km
Duration: 1h 34m

What companies run services between Thornton, NSW, Australia and Hornsby, NSW, Australia?

Transport for NSW operates a bus from Thornton Station, Karuah St to George St Opp Hornsby Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $5–8 and the journey takes 1h 34m. Alternatively, Intercity Trains operates a train from Hamilton Station to Hornsby Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $9–12 and the journey takes 2h 14m.

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