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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | NEWCASTLE | Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6 | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | NEWCASTLE | Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6 | Fastest |
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Get from Newcastle to Sydney
The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Customers had a quick and comfortable trip, with positive feedback on the service. Some mentioned going to the wrong station but found customer care helpful. However, there were concerns about almost missing the bus due to lack of follow-up communication before departure.
Greyhound Australia Newcastle Sydney recent customer reviews
Horrible experience, it was supposed get into the station at 4:20 am, I got there at 4, been waiting until 5:20 am and then realised that the bus was already in the next city, turns out that the bus had been in the station before 4 and I didn’t even got a notification
Tomas A.
Good. Though I went to the wrong station that morning but the customer care line was helpful. However, I could have missed the bus as the driver was about to move when I got there. Maybe a follow up Call could be made to ascertain I was there in time before the bus moves since I contacted the customer care earlier of my situation. Thanks.
Wemimo O.
Great driver, prompt service, clean bus
Gillian T.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newcastle to Sydney 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 Newcastle to Sydney?
The cheapest bus tickets from Newcastle to Sydney start from $40. The average price for this route is around $40. 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 Newcastle to Sydney?
The average bus travel time from Newcastle to Sydney is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 119 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 5m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Newcastle to Sydney route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Newcastle to Sydney?
The earliest bus departs from Newcastle to Sydney at 4:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newcastle to Sydney?
A bus trip from Newcastle to Sydney generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Newcastle to Sydney was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $38To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Newcastle to Sydney, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $38 to $63 for a bus ticket from Newcastle to Sydney based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $38 which is on 2025-12-01.
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