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

The cheapest way to get from Nelson Bay to Shellharbour is to bus and train which costs $18 - $35 and takes 7h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nelson Bay to Shellharbour is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs $55 - $85.

How far is it from Nelson Bay to Shellharbour?

The distance between Nelson Bay and Shellharbour is 334 km. The road distance is 299.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Nelson Bay to Shellharbour without a car is to bus and train via Newcastle which takes 7h 24m and costs $24 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 7h 24m to get from Nelson Bay to Shellharbour, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Nelson Bay to Shellharbour bus arrive?

Nelson Bay to Shellharbour bus services, operated by Port Stephens Coaches, arrive at Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont St station.

Can I drive from Nelson Bay to Shellharbour?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson Bay to Shellharbour is 299 km. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Nelson Bay to Shellharbour.

Where can I stay near Shellharbour?

There are 619+ hotels available in Shellharbour.

Nelson Bay to Shellharbour - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson Bay to Shellharbour. However, there are services departing from Donald St At Stockton St and arriving at Mary St Opp Shellharbour Public School via Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont St, Newcastle, Central Station, Eddy Av, Stand A and Wollongong Station, Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 56m.

There are 4 ways to get from Nelson Bay to Shellharbour by 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.

Bus, train via Newcastle
best
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 Wollongong StationSco
7h 24m
$24–33
Bus, train
cheapest
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, Eddy Av, Stand A to Wollongong Station, Station St
7h 53m
$18–32
Drive 299.1 km
1. Drive from Nelson Bay to Shellharbour299.1 km
3h 42m
$58–84
Bus
1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont St130 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle to Central Station
3. Take the bus from Central Station, Eddy Av, Stand A to Wollongong Station, Station St
8h 56m
$40–78

Nelson Bay to Shellharbour by bus and train

156Weekly Services

7h 24mAverage Duration

$24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 333.9 km
Duration: 7h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Mary St Opp Shellharbour Public School via Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont St, Newcastle, Central Station, Central Station, Eddy Av, Stand A, and Wollongong Station, Station St in around 8h 56m.

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