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

The cheapest way to get from Lithgow to Nelson Bay is to train and bus which costs $22 - $160 and takes 6h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lithgow to Nelson Bay is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Lithgow and Nelson Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Lithgow station to Nelson Bay. However, there are services departing from Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 and arriving at Donald St Before Stockton St via Central Station, Customs House, Watt St and Hunter St Before Tudor St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Lithgow to Nelson Bay?

The distance between Lithgow and Nelson Bay is 362 km. The road distance is 302.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Lithgow to Nelson Bay without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 49m and costs $22 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 49m to get from Lithgow to Nelson Bay, including transfers.

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

Lithgow to Nelson Bay bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1.

Where does the Lithgow to Nelson Bay bus arrive?

Lithgow to Nelson Bay bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

Can I drive from Lithgow to Nelson Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Lithgow to Nelson Bay is 303 km. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Lithgow to Nelson Bay.

Where can I stay near Nelson Bay?

There are 1422+ hotels available in Nelson Bay.

Lithgow to Nelson Bay - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Lithgow to Nelson Bay by train, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Lithgow Station to Strathfield Stationtrain Bmt
2. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Hamilton Stationtrain Ccn
3. Take the bus from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
6h 49m
$22–160
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1bus
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Newcastlebus
3. Take the bus from Hunter St Before Tudor St to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
8h
$50–86
Drive 302.8 km
1. Drive from Lithgow to Nelson Baycar 302.8 km
3h 58m
$58–84

Lithgow to Nelson Bay by train and bus

181Weekly Services

6h 49mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 362 km
Duration: 6h 49m

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

You can take a bus from Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 to Donald St Before Stockton St via Central Station, Customs House, Watt St, and Hunter St Before Tudor St in around 8h.

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