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

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo to Newcastle is to train which costs $10 - $13 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waterloo to Newcastle is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo to Newcastle. However, there are services departing from Waterloo Park, Elizabeth St and arriving at Newcastle via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo and Newcastle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Redfern Station station and arriving at Newcastle Interchange. Services depart three times a day, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Waterloo to Newcastle?

The distance between Waterloo and Newcastle is 163 km. The road distance is 156.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Waterloo to Newcastle without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs $10 - $13.

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

The train from Redfern Station to Newcastle Interchange takes 2h 43m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Waterloo to Newcastle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Waterloo to Newcastle train from?

Waterloo to Newcastle train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Redfern Station.

Train or bus from Waterloo to Newcastle?

The best way to get from Waterloo to Newcastle is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs $10 - $13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $70 and takes 3h 42m.

Where does the Waterloo to Newcastle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Waterloo to Newcastle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waterloo to Newcastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo to Newcastle is 157 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Waterloo to Newcastle.

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

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Where can I stay near Newcastle?

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Redfern Station to Newcastle Interchangetrain Ccn
2h 43m
$10–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Newcastlebus Brisbane
3h 42m
$33–66
Drive 156.7 km
1. Drive from Waterloo to Newcastlecar 156.7 km
2h 6m
$28–41
Train via Central Station
1. Take the train from Central Station to Newcastle Interchangetrain Ccn
3h 12m
$13–18

Waterloo to Newcastle by train

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Distance: 163.5 km
Duration: 2h 43m

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

Intercity Trains operates a train from Redfern Station to Newcastle Interchange 3 times a day. Tickets cost $10–13 and the journey takes 2h 43m. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Central Station to Newcastle twice daily. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily.

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