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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Canberra to Lake Macquarie

Composite routes from Canberra to Lake Macquarie

Cheapest
4 h 30 min
Car
409 km.
from $22
Other
5 h 47 min
Bus, Train
334 km.
from $57.89
6 h 32 min
334 km.
from $18.80
3 h 44 min
Bus, Plane
335 km.
from $127.52
5 h 54 min
Bus, Train
334 km.
from $47.83
7 h 40 min
334 km.
from $95.09
6 h 1 min
Bus, Plane
335 km.
from $151.87

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Fassifern
Ave. Duration:
2h 6m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.02–$7.07
Train from Canberra Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
4h 8m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.43–$11.96
Train from Hamilton Station to Fassifern
Ave. Duration:
21 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.72–$4.24
Train from Central Station to Morisset
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.91–$6.52

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Canberra to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.43–$59.78
Bus from Canberra to Central
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.52–$59.78

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Charlestown
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$25.00

Murrays Coaches

Phone:
(61) 13 22 51
Email:
enquiries@murrays.com.au
Website:
murrays.com.au/default.aspx
Bus from Canberra to Central
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$34.78–$48.91

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$336.96

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$119.57–$250.00
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$434.78

Link Airways

Website:
linkairways.com/
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$119.57–$250.00

FlyPelican

Website:
flypelican.com.au/index.html
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$108.70–$293.48

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Canberra to Lake Macquarie?

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Lake Macquarie is to train which costs $9.24 - $18.48 and takes 6h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canberra to Lake Macquarie?

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Lake Macquarie is to fly and train which takes 3h 44m and costs $108.70 - $195.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Lake Macquarie?

No, there is no direct bus from Canberra to Lake Macquarie. However, there are services departing from Canberra and arriving at Pacific Hwy Opp Macquarie St via Central Station and Charlestown Square, Pearson St, Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Canberra and Lake Macquarie?

No, there is no direct train from Canberra station to Lake Macquarie station. However, there are services departing from Canberra Station and arriving at Fassifern Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

How far is it from Canberra to Lake Macquarie?

The distance between Canberra and Lake Macquarie is 426 km. The road distance is 397.7 km.

How do I travel from Canberra to Lake Macquarie without a car?

The best way to get from Canberra to Lake Macquarie without a car is to bus and train via Sydney which takes 5h 47m and costs $45.65 - $81.52 .

How long does it take to get from Canberra to Lake Macquarie?

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Canberra to Lake Macquarie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Lake Macquarie bus from?

Canberra to Lake Macquarie bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, depart from Canberra station.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Lake Macquarie train from?

Canberra to Lake Macquarie train services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Canberra Station.

Train or bus from Canberra to Lake Macquarie?

The best way to get from Canberra to Lake Macquarie is to train which takes 6h 32m and costs $9.24 - $18.48 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $51.09 - $86.96 and takes 7h 40m.

Where does the Canberra to Lake Macquarie bus arrive?

Canberra to Lake Macquarie bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Canberra to Lake Macquarie train arrive?

Canberra to Lake Macquarie train services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Canberra to Lake Macquarie?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Lake Macquarie is 398 km. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Canberra to Lake Macquarie.

Where can I stay near Lake Macquarie?

There are 528+ hotels available in Lake Macquarie. Prices start at $89.14 per night.
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