What is the cheapest way to get from Nelson Bay to South West Rocks?

The cheapest way to get from Nelson Bay to South West Rocks is to bus and train which costs $35 - $190 and takes 8h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nelson Bay to South West Rocks?

The fastest way to get from Nelson Bay to South West Rocks is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs $55 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Nelson Bay and South West Rocks?

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson Bay to South West Rocks. However, there are services departing from Donald St At Stockton St and arriving at Gregory St After Simpson St via Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont St, Newcastle and Kemp St Before Edinburgh Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 56m.

How far is it from Nelson Bay to South West Rocks?

The distance between Nelson Bay and South West Rocks is 437 km. The road distance is 315.1 km.

How do I travel from Nelson Bay to South West Rocks without a car?

The best way to get from Nelson Bay to South West Rocks without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 59m and costs $35 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Nelson Bay to South West Rocks?

It takes approximately 8h 59m to get from Nelson Bay to South West Rocks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nelson Bay to South West Rocks bus from?

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

Where does the Nelson Bay to South West Rocks bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nelson Bay to South West Rocks?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson Bay to South West Rocks is 315 km. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Nelson Bay to South West Rocks.

Where can I stay near South West Rocks?

There are 289+ hotels available in South West Rocks.

Nelson Bay to South West Rocks - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Nelson Bay to South West Rocks by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Lambton Rd Opp Hunter School Of The Performing Artsbus S551
2. Take the train from Broadmeadow Station to Kempsey Stationtrain 33 / ...
8h 59m
$36–188
Bus
1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont Stbus 130 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle to Kempseybus Au001
9h 56m
$46–77
Drive 315.1 km
1. Drive from Nelson Bay to South West Rockscar 315.1 km
3h 30m
$56–80
Bus via Newcastle
1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Bbus 130 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle to Kempseybus Pm12
10h 13m
$66–93

Nelson Bay to South West Rocks by bus, train, and foot

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8h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 436.6 km
Duration: 8h 59m

What companies run services between Nelson Bay, NSW, Australia and South West Rocks, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Gregory St After Simpson St via Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont St, Newcastle, Kempsey, and Kemp St Before Edinburgh Lane in around 9h 56m.

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