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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6 | NEWCASTLE | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6 | NEWCASTLE | No tags |
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Get from Sydney to Newcastle
The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Users have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting its comfortable and safe travel environment. The drivers are noted for being helpful and patient, providing useful information about rest stops. However, some users mentioned that finding the coach bay was challenging and that the air conditioning could be too cold at times.
Greyhound Australia Sydney Newcastle recent customer reviews
The bus we took was booked for 18:00 departure from central station, Sydney. There was a fault with the air conditioning on the bus, the driver tried to resolve this himself for about 20-25 minutes before advising everyone that they would need to leave and return with a different bus. The driver returned with the new bus at 19:54. We left 2 hours after the expected departure time. There is no seating at central station bus stops so everyone just had to stand around/sit on their luggage/sit on the gross Sydney pavement. Apart from the 2 hour delay, the bus ride itself was relatively comfortable despite a few loud rattling vents near our seats. There were USB charging ports and a toilet onboard also.
James O.
Very comfortable bus and safer option than train for personal safety when travelling at night.
Robyn H.
Prompt arrival, helpful driver, lots of information about rest stops, etc
Gillian T.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sydney to Newcastle by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Sydney to Newcastle?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sydney to Newcastle start from $28. The average price for this route is around $31. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Sydney to Newcastle?
The average bus trip duration from Sydney to Newcastle is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 74 miles (119 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 15m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Sydney to Newcastle route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sydney to Newcastle?
The earliest bus departs from Sydney to Newcastle at 6:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sydney to Newcastle?
A bus trip from Sydney to Newcastle generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Sydney to Newcastle was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $27To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sydney to Newcastle, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $27 to $39 for a bus ticket from Sydney to Newcastle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2025-12-31.
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