Transfer Options from Newcastle Airport to City Centre

The bustling coastal city of Newcastle is filled with quaint coffee shops, beautiful beaches and long ocean-front walks. Be sure to take a stroll along the famous Bathers Way and do try to spot a few migrating whales from the historical Fort Scratchley viewpoint.

There are two different ways to get from Newcastle Airport to the city centre, taking a taxi or the bus. Taking a Newcastle Airport taxi is the quickest and easiest way to get door-to-door to your destination. The journey time when taking a taxi from Newcastle Airport to Newcastle city centre is just 30 minutes and the cost will be around €45 (AUD 70). On the other hand, taking the blue bus line will take closer to 50 minutes and will cost just €4 (AUD 6.10) for a one-way ticket.

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Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Taxi	€45	30min	24/7
Bus	€8	50min	05:30–21:50

How to get a taxi from Newcastle Airport to Newcastle City Centre

If you’re looking to get your vacation in New South Wales off to a relaxing start, we recommend taking a taxi from Newcastle Airport to the city centre. The cost of a Newcastle Airport taxi will be around €45 (AUD 70) for the quick and easy 30-minute ride.

How much is a taxi from Newcastle Airport to Newcastle?

The cost of a local Newcastle Airport taxi will be calculated using a taximeter. The average price for a journey from Newcastle Airport to Newcastle city centre is €45 (AUD 70), but this may change depending on the level of traffic and your exact destination in the city. It’s important to note that an airport pickup surcharge of €2 (AUD 3) will also be added to your fare.

For a fixed price for your transport from Newcastle Airport to Newcastle city centre, we suggest booking in advance with Welcome Pickups.

Cost

€45 (AUD 70)

Trip Duration

30 Min.

*Prices may vary unless booked in advance.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 from outside Newcastle Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at Newcastle Airport?

Taxis are readily available 24/7 from just opposite the departure area at Newcastle Airport. You will see the long line of taxis waiting at the rank.

Convenience

For a quick, easy and reliable way to get from Newcastle Airport to the city centre, you should choose a taxi. You won’t have to wait for your transport to arrive and you can enjoy a private ride directly to the door of your hotel in Newcastle.

Editor’s Note

If you're travelling in a group during peak times, taking a taxi from Newcastle Airport to Newcastle city centre will cost almost the same as taking the bus.

Useful Tips

Ensure your driver switches on their taximeter as you begin your journey.

You can bring luggage that fits in the trunk of the vehicle for free.

Your Newcastle taxi driver won't expect a tip, but you can round up your fare to the nearest dollar if you wish.

How to take the bus from Newcastle Airport to the City Centre

There are three different blue Hunter Buses Network lines that run from Newcastle Airport to Newcastle. Bus numbers 130, 136 and 138 all run to the Newcastle Transport Interchange in the city centre. The cost of a one-way ticket is €4 (AUD 6.10) and the journey time on the bus from Newcastle Airport to the city centre will be around 50 minutes.

How much is the bus from Newcastle Airport to the City Centre?

The cost of a normal one-way ticket on the blue line bus from Newcastle Airport to the city centre is €4 (AUD 6.10). The cost of an off-peak ticket is a little cheaper at €2.20 (AUD 3.53) one-way.

To ride the bus in the city centre, you must get an Opal transport card and top it up with the correct amount. However, to get from the airport to the city you can simply pay using your credit or debit card.

Cost

€4 (AUD 6.10)

Trip Duration

50 Min.

*There's a waiting time of up to 10 minutes for the bus.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The blue line buses run from 05:30 to 21:50.

Where do I find the bus at Newcastle Airport?

The Hunter Network buses can be found just outside of the arrivals hall at Newcastle Airport. Simply follow the signs for “Ground Transportation” and then look for the correct bus number.

Convenience

The blue line buses all stop at the Newcastle Transport Interchange, which is just outside of the city centre of Newcastle. You can then change to bus line 11 or 23 to reach other areas in Newcastle, but this adds time and cost to your journey. So, although taking the bus from Newcastle Airport to Newcastle is a cheap transfer option, it’s not the most convenient as you’d need to find a way to get from the terminating stop to your exact destination downtown.

Timetables

Hunter Buses Network

Buses 130, 136 and 138

Editor’s Note

Usually, you need to purchase an Opal card to be able to ride the public transport in Newcastle, however, the single journey from the airport to the city can be paid for using a credit or debit card instead.

Useful Tips

There are three different buses from Newcastle Airport to the city centre, 130, 136 and 138.

Contactless payment is available onboard the bus from the airport.

Ensure you're getting on the correct bus as many buses look the same at Newcastle Airport.

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How do I get from Newcastle Airport to the city centre?

There are two different options for transport from Newcastle Airport to Newcastle city centre, taking a taxi or bus. Newcastle Airport taxis cost around €45 (AUD 70) and take 30 minutes to reach the city centre, while the buses take closer to 50 minutes, but cost just €4 (AUD 6.10) one-way.

What is the distance from Newcastle Airport to Newcastle city centre?

The road distance from Newcastle Airport to Newcastle City is 27 km. If you choose to take a taxi from Newcastle Airport to Newcastle city centre, the journey time will be 30 minutes, and on the bus, it will be around 50 minutes.

Is there a direct bus from Newcastle Airport to the city centre?

Yes, the blue line 130, 136 and 138 buses all travel from Newcastle Airport to the city centre. The cost of a one-way ticket is €4 (AUD 6.10) and the journey time on the bus from Newcastle Airport to the city centre will be 50 minutes.

What’s the cost of a taxi from Newcastle Airport to Newcastle city centre?

The cost of a local taxi from Newcastle Airport to Newcastle city centre will be around €45 (AUD 70). However, as the local taxi drivers use taximeters, this is subject to change. To secure a fixed rate fare you can rely on, we suggest pre-booking your transfers with Welcome Pickups.

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How to get a taxi from Newcastle Airport to Newcastle City Centre

How much is a taxi from Newcastle Airport to Newcastle?

Cost

€45 (AUD 70)

Trip Duration

30 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 from outside Newcastle Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at Newcastle Airport?

Convenience

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

How to take the bus from Newcastle Airport to the City Centre

How much is the bus from Newcastle Airport to the City Centre?

Cost

€4 (AUD 6.10)

Trip Duration

50 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The blue line buses run from 05:30 to 21:50.

Where do I find the bus at Newcastle Airport?

Convenience

Timetables

Hunter Buses Network

Buses 130, 136 and 138

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

Frequently asked questions

How do I get from Newcastle Airport to the city centre?

What is the distance from Newcastle Airport to Newcastle city centre?

Is there a direct bus from Newcastle Airport to the city centre?

What’s the cost of a taxi from Newcastle Airport to Newcastle city centre?

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