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

The cheapest way to get from Nelson Bay to Merimbula is to bus and train via Canberra which costs $60 - $110 and takes 14h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nelson Bay to Merimbula is to bus and fly which takes 6h 53m and costs $190 - $950.

How far is it from Nelson Bay to Merimbula?

The distance between Nelson Bay and Merimbula is 591 km. The road distance is 638.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Nelson Bay to Merimbula without a car is to bus and train via Canberra which takes 14h 44m and costs $60 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 7h 52m to get from Nelson Bay to Merimbula, including transfers.

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

Nelson Bay to Merimbula bus services, operated by Port Stephens Coaches, depart from Donald St At Stockton St station.

Where does the Nelson Bay to Merimbula bus arrive?

Nelson Bay to Merimbula bus services, operated by Port Stephens Coaches, arrive at Newcastle Interchange, Stand B station.

Can I drive from Nelson Bay to Merimbula?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson Bay to Merimbula is 638 km. It takes approximately 8h 9m to drive from Nelson Bay to Merimbula.

Where can I stay near Merimbula?

There are 327+ hotels available in Merimbula.

Nelson Bay to Merimbula - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

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

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson Bay to Merimbula. However, there are services departing from Donald St At Stockton St and arriving at Park St At Wonga St via Newcastle Interchange, Stand C, Hornsby Station, Stand B, Central Station and Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 7m.

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

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Bus, train to Sydney International Airport, fly to Merimbula Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont St
2. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Central Station
3. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)SYD - MIM
7h 52m
$222–451
Bus, train via Canberra
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont St130 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Central StationCcn
3. Take the train from Central Station to Canberra Station631 / ...
4. Take the bus from Canberra Station, Coach Stop to Park St At Wonga St771
14h 44m
$64–108
Bus via Canberra
1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand B130 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to George St Opp Hornsby Station
3. Take the bus from Hornsby Station, Stand B to Central Station, Railway Square, Stand JN80
4. Take the bus from Central Station to Canberra
5. Take the bus from Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St to Park St At Wonga St771
15h 7m
$81–154
Drive 638.1 km
1. Drive from Nelson Bay to Merimbula638.1 km
8h 9m
$123–177
Bus to Newcastle Airport, fly to Merimbula Airport
1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Newcastle Airport, Williamtown Dr
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)NTL - MIM
6h 53m
$194–905
Bus to Newcastle Airport, fly to Canberra International Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Newcastle Airport, Williamtown Dr
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)NTL - CBR
3. Take the bus from Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St to Park St At Wonga St
8h 51m
$247–465
Bus
1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand B130 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to George St Opp Hornsby Station
3. Take the bus from Central Station to MerimbulaPm2
15h 21m
$69–115
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand B130 / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Central StationCcn
3. Take the bus from Central Station to MerimbulaPm2
15h 23m
$74–109

Nelson Bay to Merimbula by bus and train

14Weekly Services

14h 44mAverage Duration

$64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 591.1 km
Duration: 7h 52m

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

You can take a bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Park St At Wonga St via Newcastle Interchange, Stand C, George St Opp Hornsby Station, Hornsby Station, Stand B, Central Station, Railway Square, Stand J, Central Station, Canberra, and Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St in around 15h 7m.

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