How to get from Newcastle to Cardiff by bus and train?

From Newcastle to Cardiff by bus and train

To get from Newcastle to Cardiff in Cardiff (NSW), take the 11 bus from Customs House, Watt St station to Hunter St opp Cooper St station. Next, take the CCN train from Newcastle Interchange station to Cardiff Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 33 min. The bus and train schedule from Newcastle may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Cardiff on the Moovit app.

33min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1111
Train - CCN
Leaves from Customs House, Watt St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Customs House, Watt St
    80 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1111
    Wait for bus
    11
    Charlestown
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hunter St opp Cooper St
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Newcastle Interchange
    ID 229310
    150 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - CCN
    Wait for train
    CCN
    Central
  • 6
    Ride to train station Cardiff Station
    Ride to train station
    Cardiff Station
    ID 228520
    13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Newcastle to Cardiff by light rail and train

To get from Newcastle to Cardiff in Cardiff (NSW), take the NLR light rail from Queens Wharf Light Rail station to Newcastle Interchange Light Rail station. Next, take the CCN train from Newcastle Interchange station to Cardiff Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 31 min. The bus and train schedule from Newcastle may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Cardiff on the Moovit app.

31min
Walk to light rail station
Light rail - NLR
Train - CCN
Leaves from Queens Wharf Light Rail

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Queens Wharf Light Rail
    350 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Light rail - NLR
    Wait for light rail
    NLR
    Newcastle Interchange
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Newcastle Interchange Light Rail
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Newcastle Interchange
    ID 229310
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - CCN
    Wait for train
    CCN
    Central
  • 6
    Ride to train station Cardiff Station
    Ride to train station
    Cardiff Station
    ID 228520
    13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Newcastle to Cardiff

The distance between Newcastle, Cardiff (NSW) and Cardiff, Cardiff (NSW) is approximately 13.83 km, which can typically be travelled in 33 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Newcastle to Cardiff by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Cardiff (NSW) – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Newcastle to Cardiff

To check the bus and train schedule from Newcastle to Cardiff using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Newcastle) and destination (Cardiff), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

From Newcastle to Cardiff by light rail and train

To get from Newcastle to Cardiff in Cardiff (NSW), take the NLR light rail from Queens Wharf Light Rail station to Newcastle Interchange Light Rail station. Next, take the CCN train from Newcastle Interchange station to Cardiff Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 31 min. The bus and train schedule from Newcastle may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Cardiff on the Moovit app.

31min
Walk to light rail station
Light rail - NLR
Train - CCN
Leaves from Queens Wharf Light Rail

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Queens Wharf Light Rail
    350 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Light rail - NLR
    Wait for light rail
    NLR
    Newcastle Interchange
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Newcastle Interchange Light Rail
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Newcastle Interchange
    ID 229310
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - CCN
    Wait for train
    CCN
    Central
  • 6
    Ride to train station Cardiff Station
    Ride to train station
    Cardiff Station
    ID 228520
    13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle to Cardiff?

    The fastest way takes 33 minutes, using Bus line 11, Train line CCN.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Newcastle to Cardiff?

    The alternative route takes 31 minutes, using Light Rail line NLR, Train line CCN.

  • Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Cardiff?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 33 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Newcastle to Cardiff?

    The 11 bus line goes from Customs House, Watt St station near Newcastle in Sydney to Charlestown station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Charlestown station near Cardiff in Cardiff (NSW).

  • How long does it take to travel from Newcastle to Cardiff by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Newcastle in Sydney and Cardiff in Cardiff (NSW) by bus and train is about 33 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Newcastle to get to Cardiff?

    Get on the 11 bus from the Customs House, Watt St stop near Newcastle in Sydney.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Newcastle and Cardiff?

    Get off the bus at the Charlestown station, which is closest to Cardiff in Cardiff (NSW).

  • When is the last bus from Newcastle to Cardiff?

    The last bus from Newcastle in Sydney to Cardiff in Cardiff (NSW) is the Glendale to Newcastle via Cardiff & John Hunter Hospital line. It leaves the Customs House, Watt St stop at 18:08.

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