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

The cheapest way to get from South West Rocks to Nelson Bay is to bus via Kemp St After Tozer St which costs $45 - $80 and takes 9h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from South West Rocks to Nelson Bay is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs $55 - $85.

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

No, there is no direct bus from South West Rocks to Nelson Bay. However, there are services departing from Gregory St After Simpson St and arriving at Donald St Before Stockton St via Kempsey, Customs House, Watt St and Newcastle Interchange, Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.

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

The distance between South West Rocks and Nelson Bay is 410 km. The road distance is 314.7 km.

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

The best way to get from South West Rocks to Nelson Bay without a car is to bus which takes 8h 13m and costs $55 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 8h 13m to get from South West Rocks to Nelson Bay, including transfers.

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

South West Rocks to Nelson Bay bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Kempsey station.

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

South West Rocks to Nelson Bay bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from South West Rocks to Nelson Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between South West Rocks to Nelson Bay is 315 km. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from South West Rocks to Nelson Bay.

Where can I stay near Nelson Bay?

There are 1393+ hotels available in Nelson Bay.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kempsey to Newcastlebus Pm11
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand A to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
8h 13m
$57–82
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kempsey Station to Broadmeadow Stationtrain 34 / ...
2. Take the bus from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St to Government Rd Before Church Stbus 130 / ...
8h 15m
$43–189
Drive 314.7 km
1. Drive from South West Rocks to Nelson Baycar 314.7 km
3h 29m
$58–84
Bus via Kemp St After Tozer St
1. Take the bus from Gregory St After Simpson St to Kemp St After Tozer Stbus
2. Take the bus from Kempsey to Newcastlebus
3. Take the bus from Hunter St Before Tudor St to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
9h 30m
$47–77

South West Rocks to Nelson Bay by bus

7Weekly Buses

8h 13mAverage Duration

$57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 410 km
Duration: 8h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Gregory St After Simpson St to Donald St Before Stockton St via Kempsey, Newcastle, Customs House, Watt St, Hunter St Opp Cooper St, and Newcastle Interchange, Stand A in around 8h 13m.

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