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Eight ways to Travel from Newcastle to Ararat

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Cheapest
By car (1 182 km)
12 h 24 min
1182 km.
from $65
Other
Rideshare
12 h 24 min
1182 km.
from $15.42
Bus, Plane
7 h 37 min
937 km.
from $116.49
Train
17 h 52 min
936 km.
from $160.11
Train, Bus
19 h 12 min
936 km.
from $240
Train, Plane (Train to Sydney Airport)
9 h 45 min
937 km.
from $104.68
Train, Plane (Train to Sydney Airport)
10 h 46 min
937 km.
from $178.99
Bus
19 h 25 min
936 km.
from $227.28

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Newcastle Interchange to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.93–$8.85

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.97–$59.40
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Ararat
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$42.97–$58.13

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Sydney Domestic Airport to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$94.78–$227.48
Bus from Newcastle to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.28–$40.44
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$88.46–$214.84

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Newcastle to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.48–$30.33

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.08–$366.49
Plane from Sydney Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.34–$404.41
Plane from Sydney Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$50.55–$379.13

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.08–$568.70
Plane from Sydney Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.42–$404.41
Plane from Sydney Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$50.55–$379.13

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.10–$518.14
Plane from Sydney Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$94.78–$391.77

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.02–$176.93

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Melton to Ararat
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.56–$7.58
Train from Southern Cross to Ararat
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.69–$7.58
Train from Footscray to Ararat
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.69–$7.58

Journey Beyond - The Overland

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/journeys/overland/
Train from Southern Cross to Ararat
Ave. Duration:
3h 28m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$25.28–$69.51

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Ararat?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Ararat is to train which costs $50 - $228.26 and takes 17h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle to Ararat?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to Ararat is to fly and train which takes 7h 37m and costs $52.17 - $326.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Ararat?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle to Ararat station. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Ararat station via Central Station and Southern Cross Coach Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle and Ararat?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle to Ararat. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Interchange and arriving at Ararat via Central Station and Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 52m.

How far is it from Newcastle to Ararat?

The distance between Newcastle and Ararat is 1065 km. The road distance is 1188.6 km.

How do I travel from Newcastle to Ararat without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Ararat without a car is to train which takes 17h 52m and costs $50 - $228.26 .

How long does it take to get from Newcastle to Ararat?

It takes approximately 7h 37m to get from Newcastle to Ararat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Ararat bus from?

Newcastle to Ararat bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Newcastle station.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Ararat train from?

Newcastle to Ararat train services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Newcastle Interchange station.

Train or bus from Newcastle to Ararat?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Ararat is to train which takes 17h 52m and costs $50 - $228.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $92.39 - $271.74 and takes 19h 25m.

Where does the Newcastle to Ararat bus arrive?

Newcastle to Ararat bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Newcastle to Ararat train arrive?

Newcastle to Ararat train services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Newcastle to Ararat?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Ararat is 1189 km. It takes approximately 12h 27m to drive from Newcastle to Ararat.

Where can I stay near Ararat?

There are 25+ hotels available in Ararat. Prices start at $56.07 per night.
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