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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Shortland is to train which costs $15 - $20 and takes 2h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Shortland is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Shortland?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Shortland. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at University Dr Before Blue Gum Rd via Customs House, Watt St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Shortland?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Shortland station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Sandgate Station via Hamilton Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Sydney to Shortland?

The distance between Sydney and Shortland is 170 km. The road distance is 150.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Shortland without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs $15 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Sydney to Shortland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Shortland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sydney to Shortland train from?

Sydney to Shortland train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Sydney to Shortland?

The best way to get from Sydney to Shortland is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs $15 - $20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $60 and takes 3h.

Where does the Sydney to Shortland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sydney to Shortland train arrive?

Sydney to Shortland train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Hamilton Station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Shortland?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Shortland is 150 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Sydney to Shortland.

Where can I stay near Shortland?

There are 427+ hotels available in Shortland.

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

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

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Sydney to Shortland by train

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2h 49mAverage Duration

$15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 170.3 km
Duration: 2h 49m

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

Intercity Trains operates a train from Central Station to Hamilton Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $10–13 and the journey takes 2h 28m. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Central Station to Newcastle twice daily. Tickets cost $30–55 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily.

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