What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney to North Rothbury?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to North Rothbury is to train and line 179 bus which costs $20 - $28 and takes 5h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney to North Rothbury?

The fastest way to get from Sydney to North Rothbury is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and North Rothbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to North Rothbury. However, there are services departing from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 and arriving at Hanwood Estate, Wine Country Dr via Maitland Station, Railway St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Sydney to North Rothbury?

The distance between Sydney and North Rothbury is 215 km. The road distance is 166.3 km.

How do I travel from Sydney to North Rothbury without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney to North Rothbury without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs $40 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Sydney to North Rothbury?

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Sydney to North Rothbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to North Rothbury bus from?

Sydney to North Rothbury bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

Train or bus from Sydney to North Rothbury?

The best way to get from Sydney to North Rothbury is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs $40 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus and line 179 bus, which costs $19 - $29 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Sydney to North Rothbury bus arrive?

Sydney to North Rothbury bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Maitland Station, Station St.

Can I drive from Sydney to North Rothbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to North Rothbury is 166 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Sydney to North Rothbury.

Where can I stay near North Rothbury?

There are 579+ hotels available in North Rothbury.

Sydney to North Rothbury - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 179 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Sydney to North Rothbury by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Central Station to Maitland Stationtrain 33 / ...
4h 6m
$43–176
Bus, line 179 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Maitland Station, Station Stbus 3307 / ...
2. Take the bus from Maitland Station, Railway St to Hanwood Estate, Wine Country Drbus 179 / ...
4h 21m
$19–29
Drive 166.3 km
1. Drive from Sydney to North Rothburycar 166.3 km
2h 3m
$31–45
Train, line 179 bus
1. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain Ccn
2. Take the bus from Maitland Station, Railway St to Hanwood Estate, Wine Country Drbus 179 / ...
5h 14m
$20–28

Sydney to North Rothbury by bus

17Weekly Buses

4h 21mAverage Duration

$19Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Sydney to North Rothbury.

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Distance: 214.9 km
Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and North Rothbury, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Central Station to Maitland Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $20–150 and the journey takes 2h 44m. NSW TrainLink also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Hanwood Estate, Wine Country Dr via Maitland Station, Station St and Maitland Station, Railway St in around 4h 21m.

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