What is the cheapest way to get from Maitland to Shellharbour Junction?

The cheapest way to get from Maitland to Shellharbour Junction is to train via Hamilton Station which costs $24 - $35 and takes 5h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Maitland to Shellharbour Junction?

The fastest way to get from Maitland to Shellharbour Junction is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct train between Maitland and Shellharbour Junction?

No, there is no direct train from Maitland station to Shellharbour Junction. However, there are services departing from Maitland Station and arriving at Shellharbour Junction via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Maitland to Shellharbour Junction?

The distance between Maitland and Shellharbour Junction is 299 km. The road distance is 254.6 km.

How do I travel from Maitland to Shellharbour Junction without a car?

The best way to get from Maitland to Shellharbour Junction without a car is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs $28 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Maitland to Shellharbour Junction?

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Maitland to Shellharbour Junction, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maitland to Shellharbour Junction train from?

Maitland to Shellharbour Junction train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Maitland Station.

Train or bus from Maitland to Shellharbour Junction?

The best way to get from Maitland to Shellharbour Junction is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs $28 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $65 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Maitland to Shellharbour Junction train arrive?

Maitland to Shellharbour Junction train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Maitland to Shellharbour Junction?

Yes, the driving distance between Maitland to Shellharbour Junction is 255 km. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Maitland to Shellharbour Junction.

Where can I stay near Shellharbour Junction?

There are 691+ hotels available in Shellharbour Junction.

Maitland to Shellharbour Junction - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Maitland to Shellharbour Junction by train, bus, or car

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Maitland Station to Central Station34 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Shellharbour JunctionSco
5h 8m
$29–158
Train via Hamilton Station
cheapest
1. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Central StationCcn
2. Take the train from Central Station to Shellharbour JunctionSco
5h 59m
$24–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Maitland Station, Station St to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 12404 / ...
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Albion Park RailPm2
6h 25m
$45–64
Drive 254.6 km
1. Drive from Maitland to Shellharbour Junction254.6 km
3h 12m
$50–72

Maitland to Shellharbour Junction by train

44Weekly Trains

5h 8mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 299.3 km
Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Maitland, NSW, Australia and Shellharbour Junction, NSW, Australia?

You can take a train from Maitland Station to Shellharbour Junction via Central Station in around 5h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Maitland Station, Station St to Shellharbour Junction via Central Station, Albion Park Rail, and Albion Park Station in around 6h 25m.

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