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

The cheapest way to get from Thornton to Nelson Bay is to bus which costs $8 - $13 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thornton to Nelson Bay is to drive which takes 48 min and costs $9 - $15.

Is there a direct bus between Thornton and Nelson Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Thornton station to Nelson Bay. However, there are services departing from Thornton Station, Karuah St and arriving at Donald St Before Stockton St via Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Thornton to Nelson Bay?

The distance between Thornton and Nelson Bay is 85 km. The road distance is 55.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Thornton to Nelson Bay without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 5m and costs $9 - $14.

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Thornton to Nelson Bay, including transfers.

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

Thornton to Nelson Bay bus services, operated by CDC NSW Hunter Valley Buses, depart from Thornton Station, Karuah St.

Where does the Thornton to Nelson Bay bus arrive?

Thornton to Nelson Bay bus services, operated by CDC NSW Hunter Valley Buses, arrive at Hamilton Station, Beaumont St, Stand A.

Can I drive from Thornton to Nelson Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Thornton to Nelson Bay is 56 km. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Thornton to Nelson Bay.

Where can I stay near Nelson Bay?

There are 1390+ hotels available in Nelson Bay.

Thornton to Nelson Bay - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Thornton to Nelson Bay by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Thornton Station to Hamilton Stationtrain Hun
2. Take the bus from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
2h 5m
$10–13
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thornton Station, Karuah St to Hamilton Station, Beaumont St, Stand Abus 1Hu / ...
2. Take the bus from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
2h 24m
$9–12
Drive 55.5 km
1. Drive from Thornton to Nelson Baycar 55.5 km
48 min
$10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Thornton to Nelson Baytaxi 55.5 km
48 min
$170–210

Thornton to Nelson Bay by train and bus

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2h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 85 km
Duration: 2h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Thornton Station, Karuah St to Donald St Before Stockton St via Hamilton Station, Beaumont St, Stand A and Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St in around 2h 24m.

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