What is the cheapest way to get from Maitland to Walcha?

The cheapest way to get from Maitland to Walcha is to bus which costs $30 - $50 and takes 6h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Maitland to Walcha?

The fastest way to get from Maitland to Walcha is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Maitland and Walcha?

No, there is no direct bus from Maitland station to Walcha. However, there are services departing from Maitland Station, Station St and arriving at South St At Walsh St via Tamworth Station, Coach Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

How far is it from Maitland to Walcha?

The distance between Maitland and Walcha is 345 km. The road distance is 261.4 km.

How do I travel from Maitland to Walcha without a car?

The best way to get from Maitland to Walcha without a car is to train which takes 5h 54m and costs $35 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Maitland to Walcha?

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Maitland to Walcha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maitland to Walcha bus from?

Maitland to Walcha bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Maitland Station, Station St.

Train or bus from Maitland to Walcha?

The best way to get from Maitland to Walcha is to train which takes 5h 54m and costs $35 - $65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $50 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Maitland to Walcha bus arrive?

Maitland to Walcha bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Tamworth Station, Coach Stop.

Can I drive from Maitland to Walcha?

Yes, the driving distance between Maitland to Walcha is 261 km. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Maitland to Walcha.

Where can I stay near Walcha?

There are seven+ hotels available in Walcha.

Maitland to Walcha - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Maitland to Walcha by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maitland Station to Walcha Road Station223
5h 54m
$35–64
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Maitland Station, Station St to Tamworth Station, Coach Stop2303 / ...
2. Take the bus from Tamworth Station, Coach Stop to South St At Walsh St372 / ...
6h 48m
$32–47
Drive 261.4 km
1. Drive from Maitland to Walcha261.4 km
3h 31m
$52–74

Maitland to Walcha by train and bus

14Weekly Services

5h 54mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 344.9 km
Duration: 5h 54m

What companies run services between Maitland, NSW, Australia and Walcha, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink operates a train from Maitland Station to Walcha Road Station twice daily. Tickets cost $29–60 and the journey takes 4h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Maitland Station, Station St to South St At Walsh St via Tamworth Station, Coach Stop in around 6h 48m.

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