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

The cheapest way to get from Geelong to Nelson Bay is to train and bus via Newcastle which costs $85 - $280 and takes 17h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geelong to Nelson Bay is to shuttle and fly and bus which takes 4h 49m and costs $120 - $460.

How far is it from Geelong to Nelson Bay?

The distance between Geelong and Nelson Bay is 957 km. The road distance is 1108.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Geelong to Nelson Bay without a car is to train and bus via Newcastle which takes 17h 35m and costs $85 - $280.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Geelong to Nelson Bay, including transfers.

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

Geelong to Nelson Bay bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Geelong Station/Railway Tce.

Where does the Geelong to Nelson Bay bus arrive?

Geelong to Nelson Bay bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Can I drive from Geelong to Nelson Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Geelong to Nelson Bay is 1109 km. It takes approximately 11h 56m to drive from Geelong to Nelson Bay.

Where can I stay near Nelson Bay?

There are 1393+ hotels available in Nelson Bay.

Geelong to Nelson Bay - 8 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, bus

Q: Is there a direct bus between Geelong and Nelson Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Geelong station to Nelson Bay. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station/Railway Tce and arriving at Donald St Before Stockton St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Central Station, Customs House, Watt St and Hunter St Before Tudor St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 50m.

There are 8 ways to get from Geelong to Nelson Bay by shuttle, plane, bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Shuttle to Melbourne Airport, fly to Newcastle Airport, bus
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Geelong station to Melbourne Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)plane MEL - NTL
3. Take the bus from Newcastle Airport, Williamtown Dr to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus
4h 49m
$127–454
Train, bus via Newcastle
cheapest
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
3. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain Ccn
4. Take the bus from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
17h 35m
$87–280
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central Stationbus
3. Take the train from Central Station to Newcastle Interchangetrain Ccn
4. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand A to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
17h 51m
$117–320
Drive 1,108.6 km
1. Drive from Geelong to Nelson Baycar 1,108.6 km
11h 56m
$199–287
Fly Avalon Airport to Sydney International Airport, train, bus
1. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane AVV - SYD
2. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus
6h 29m
$176–650
Fly Avalon Airport to Newcastle Airport, bus
1. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)plane AVV - NTL
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Airport, Williamtown Dr to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus
6h 28m
$202–763
Shuttle to Melbourne Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport, train, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Geelong station to Melbourne Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MEL - SYD
3. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain
4. Take the bus from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus
8h 9m
$171–471
Bus
1. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Central Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Newcastlebus
4. Take the bus from Hunter St Before Tudor St to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
18h 50m

Geelong to Nelson Bay by train and bus

28Weekly Services

17h 35mAverage Duration

$87Cheapest Price

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Distance: 956.8 km
Duration: 4h 49m

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

You can take a bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Donald St Before Stockton St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Central Station, Customs House, Watt St, and Hunter St Before Tudor St in around 18h 50m.

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