What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney CBD to Muswellbrook?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney CBD to Muswellbrook is to train via Newcastle which costs $21 - $35 and takes 5h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney CBD to Muswellbrook?

The fastest way to get from Sydney CBD to Muswellbrook is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney CBD and Muswellbrook?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney CBD station to Muswellbrook station. However, there are services departing from Wynyard Station, Clarence St, Stand R and arriving at Muswellbrook Station, Stand C via Hornsby Station, Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney CBD and Muswellbrook?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney CBD station to Muswellbrook station. However, there are services departing from Wynyard Station and arriving at Muswellbrook Station via Hornsby Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Sydney CBD to Muswellbrook?

The distance between Sydney CBD and Muswellbrook is 277 km. The road distance is 239.7 km.

How do I travel from Sydney CBD to Muswellbrook without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney CBD to Muswellbrook without a car is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs $29 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Sydney CBD to Muswellbrook?

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Sydney CBD to Muswellbrook, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney CBD to Muswellbrook bus from?

Sydney CBD to Muswellbrook bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Hornsby Station, Stand A.

Where do I catch the Sydney CBD to Muswellbrook train from?

Sydney CBD to Muswellbrook train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Hornsby Station.

Train or bus from Sydney CBD to Muswellbrook?

The best way to get from Sydney CBD to Muswellbrook is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs $29 - $60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $23 - $35 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Sydney CBD to Muswellbrook bus arrive?

Sydney CBD to Muswellbrook bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Muswellbrook Station, Stand C.

Where does the Sydney CBD to Muswellbrook train arrive?

Sydney CBD to Muswellbrook train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Muswellbrook Station.

Can I drive from Sydney CBD to Muswellbrook?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney CBD to Muswellbrook is 240 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Sydney CBD to Muswellbrook.

Where can I stay near Muswellbrook?

There are 38+ hotels available in Muswellbrook.

Sydney CBD to Muswellbrook - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Sydney CBD to Muswellbrook by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hornsby Station to Muswellbrook Stationtrain 223
4h 48m
$29–58
Train via Newcastle
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain Ccn
2. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Muswellbrook Stationtrain Hun
5h 23m
$21–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hornsby Station, Stand A to Muswellbrook Station, Stand Cbus 2301 / ...
5h 10m
$23–32
Drive 239.7 km
1. Drive from Sydney CBD to Muswellbrookcar 239.7 km
2h 54m
$44–63

Sydney CBD to Muswellbrook by train

14Weekly Trains

4h 48mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 276.6 km
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Sydney CBD, NSW, Australia and Muswellbrook, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink operates a train from Hornsby Station to Muswellbrook Station twice daily. Tickets cost $25–50 and the journey takes 3h 6m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Hornsby Station, Stand A to Muswellbrook Station, Stand C twice daily. Tickets cost $19–27 and the journey takes 3h 29m.

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