How to get from Sydney International Airport Station to Newcastle by light rail and train?

From Sydney International Airport Station to Newcastle by light rail and train

To get from Sydney International Airport Station to Newcastle you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one light rail line: take the T8 train from Sydney International Airport Station station to Central Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the CCN train and finally take the NLR light rail from Newcastle Interchange Light Rail station to Queens Wharf Light Rail station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 14 min. The ride fare is A$21.75. The light rail and train schedule from Sydney International Airport Station may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to Newcastle on the Moovit app.

194minA$21.75
Train - T8
Train - CCN
Light rail - NLR
Walk to Newcastle
Leaves from Sydney International Airport Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Sydney International Airport Station
  • 2
    Train - T8
    Wait for train
    T8
    City Circle via Museum
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Central Station
    ID 200060
    12 min
  • 4
    Train - CCN
    Wait for train
    CCN
    Newcastle Interchange
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newcastle Interchange
    ID 229310
    150 min
  • 6
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Newcastle Interchange Light Rail
    40 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Light rail - NLR
    Wait for light rail
    NLR
    Newcastle Beach
  • 8
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Queens Wharf Light Rail
    9 min
  • 9
    Walk to Newcastle
    Walk to
    Newcastle
    Laing Street
    150 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Sydney International Airport Station to Newcastle

The distance between Sydney International Airport Station and Newcastle is approximately 176.02 km, which can typically be travelled in 194 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Sydney International Airport Station to Newcastle by light rail and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Newcastle – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Light Rail And Train timetable from Sydney International Airport Station to Newcastle

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Sydney International Airport Station to Newcastle?

    The fastest way takes 194 minutes, using Train line T8, Train line CCN, Light Rail line NLR.

  • Is there a direct train between Sydney International Airport Station and Newcastle?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one light rail line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 14 min.

  • Which train line goes from Sydney International Airport Station to Newcastle?

    The T8 train line goes from Central Station near Sydney International Airport Station in Mascot to Newcastle Interchange station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one light rail line till Newcastle Interchange station near Newcastle.

  • How long does it take to travel from Sydney International Airport Station to Newcastle by train and light rail?

    The total travel time between Sydney International Airport Station and Newcastle by train and light rail is about 3 hr 14 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Sydney International Airport Station to get to Newcastle?

    Get on the T8 train from the Central Station near Sydney International Airport Station in Mascot.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Sydney International Airport Station and Newcastle?

    Get off the train at the Newcastle Interchange station, which is closest to Newcastle.

  • How much is the total train and light rail fare from Sydney International Airport Station to Newcastle?

    The ride from Sydney International Airport Station to Newcastle costs A$21.75.

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