What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney to Merewether?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Merewether is to train which costs $13 - $150 and takes 2h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney to Merewether?

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Merewether is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Merewether?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Merewether. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Ridge St At Mitchell St via Customs House, Watt St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Sydney to Merewether?

The distance between Sydney and Merewether is 168 km. The road distance is 148.4 km.

How do I travel from Sydney to Merewether without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney to Merewether without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs $13 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Sydney to Merewether?

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Sydney to Merewether, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Merewether bus from?

Sydney to Merewether bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Sydney to Merewether?

The best way to get from Sydney to Merewether is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs $13 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $65 and takes 2h 59m.

Where does the Sydney to Merewether bus arrive?

Sydney to Merewether bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Merewether?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Merewether is 148 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Sydney to Merewether.

Where can I stay near Merewether?

There are 491+ hotels available in Merewether.

Sydney to Merewether - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Sydney to Merewether by train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Central Station to Broadmeadow Stationtrain Ccn
2h 59m
$14–148
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Newcastlebus Brisbane
2h 59m
$34–63
Drive 148.4 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Merewethercar 148.4 km
1h 58m
$27–39

Sydney to Merewether by train and bus

264Weekly Services

2h 59mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.7 km
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Merewether, NSW, Australia?

Intercity Trains operates a train from Central Station to Broadmeadow Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 2h 24m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Central Station to Newcastle 4 times a day. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily.

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