What is the cheapest way to get from Strathfield to Shoal Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Strathfield to Shoal Bay is to train and bus which costs $13 - $19 and takes 4h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Strathfield to Shoal Bay?

The fastest way to get from Strathfield to Shoal Bay is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Strathfield and Shoal Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Strathfield to Shoal Bay. However, there are services departing from Ada Av At Wallis Av and arriving at Tomaree Rd Before Verona Rd via Central Station, Customs House, Watt St and Hunter St Before Tudor St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Strathfield to Shoal Bay?

The distance between Strathfield and Shoal Bay is 222 km. The road distance is 208.8 km.

How do I travel from Strathfield to Shoal Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Strathfield to Shoal Bay without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 9m and costs $13 - $19.

How long does it take to get from Strathfield to Shoal Bay?

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Strathfield to Shoal Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Strathfield to Shoal Bay bus from?

Strathfield to Shoal Bay bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Central Station.

Where does the Strathfield to Shoal Bay bus arrive?

Strathfield to Shoal Bay bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Strathfield to Shoal Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Strathfield to Shoal Bay is 209 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Strathfield to Shoal Bay.

Where can I stay near Shoal Bay?

There are 1400+ hotels available in Shoal Bay.

Strathfield to Shoal Bay - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Strathfield to Shoal Bay by train, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Hamilton StationCcn
2. Take the bus from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St to Tomaree Rd Before Verona Rd130 / ...
4h 9m
$14–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station to NewcastleBrisbane
2. Take the bus from Hunter St Before Tudor St to Tomaree Rd Before Verona Rd130 / ...
6h 15m
$40–71
Drive 208.8 km
1. Drive from Strathfield to Shoal Bay208.8 km
2h 33m
$41–58

Strathfield to Shoal Bay by train and bus

181Weekly Services

4h 9mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 222.3 km
Duration: 4h 9m

What companies run services between Strathfield, NSW, Australia and Shoal Bay, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Ada Av At Wallis Av to Tomaree Rd Before Verona Rd via Central Station, Railway Square, Stand J, Central Station, Customs House, Watt St, and Hunter St Before Tudor St in around 6h 15m.

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