What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle to The Rocks?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to The Rocks is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 3h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle to The Rocks?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to The Rocks is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle and The Rocks?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle to The Rocks station. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Interchange and arriving at Circular Quay Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Newcastle to The Rocks?

The distance between Newcastle and The Rocks is 156 km. The road distance is 153.2 km.

How do I travel from Newcastle to The Rocks without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle to The Rocks without a car is to bus via Chatswood which takes 2h 41m and costs $30 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle to The Rocks?

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Newcastle to The Rocks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to The Rocks train from?

Newcastle to The Rocks train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Newcastle Interchange station.

Train or bus from Newcastle to The Rocks?

The best way to get from Newcastle to The Rocks is to bus via Chatswood which takes 2h 41m and costs $30 - $45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $13 - $18 and takes 3h 3m.

Where does the Newcastle to The Rocks train arrive?

Newcastle to The Rocks train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Newcastle to The Rocks?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to The Rocks is 153 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Newcastle to The Rocks.

Where can I stay near The Rocks?

There are 4634+ hotels available in The Rocks.

Newcastle to The Rocks - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Newcastle to The Rocks by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus via Chatswood
best
1. Take the bus from Newcastle to Chatswoodbus Pm11
2h 41m
$32–45
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Central Stationtrain Ccn
3h 3m
$13–18
Drive 153.2 km
1. Drive from Newcastle to The Rockscar 153.2 km
2h 3m
$28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle to Central Stationbus Sydney
2h 45m
$33–58

Newcastle to The Rocks by bus and subway

7Weekly Services

2h 41mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 155.9 km
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Newcastle, NSW, Australia and The Rocks, NSW, Australia?

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Newcastle to Chatswood once daily. Tickets cost $28–40 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, Intercity Trains operates a train from Newcastle Interchange to Central Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $10–13 and the journey takes 2h 54m.

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