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Melbourne Airport to Nelson Bay

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1038 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Melbourne Airport to Nelson Bay

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By car (1 038 km)
10 h 57 min
1038 km.
from $57
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Rideshare
10 h 57 min
1038 km.
from $13.54
Train, Bus
16 h 41 min
858 km.
from $128.05
Bus, Train
17 h 56 min
860 km.
from $151.64
Bus
17 h 57 min
858 km.
from $189.98

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.96–$8.90
Train from Central Station to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.96–$8.90

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.25–$59.78

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
11h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$95.40–$228.96
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$89.04–$216.24
Bus from Central Station to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.44–$40.70

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.62–$29.26

Port Stephens Coaches

Phone:
+61 0(2) 4982 2940
Email:
Website:
pscoaches.com.au/
Bus from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St to Donald
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.93–$4.07
Bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand A to Donald
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.93–$4.07

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.42–$368.88

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.42–$572.39

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$521.52

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Broadmeadows Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
10h 54m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$47.06–$178.08

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Nelson Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Nelson Bay is to train and bus which costs $46.74 - $163.04 and takes 16h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Nelson Bay?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Nelson Bay is to fly which takes 2h 53m and costs $47.83 - $315.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Nelson Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Nelson Bay. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and arriving at Donald St Before Stockton St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Central Station, Customs House, Watt St and Newcastle Interchange, Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 57m.

How far is it from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Nelson Bay?

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Nelson Bay is 876 km. The road distance is 1038 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Nelson Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Nelson Bay without a car is to train and bus which takes 16h 41m and costs $46.74 - $163.04 .

How long does it take to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Nelson Bay?

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Nelson Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Nelson Bay bus from?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Nelson Bay bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Bus or fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Nelson Bay?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Nelson Bay is to fly which takes 2h 53m and costs $47.83 - $315.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70.65 - $239.13 and takes 17h 57m.

Where does the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Nelson Bay bus arrive?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Nelson Bay bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Nelson Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Nelson Bay is 1038 km. It takes approximately 10h 58m to drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Nelson Bay.

Where can I stay near Nelson Bay?

There are 1376+ hotels available in Nelson Bay. Prices start at $92.33 per night.
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