How to travel from Gladstone to Nelson Bay, Australia

The distance between Gladstone and Nelson Bay is around 1,097km (682 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 25m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Gladstone to Nelson Bay by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Nelson BayGladstone if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Gladstone (GLT) to Newcastle (NTL).

  • Duration3h 25m
  • Flight time2h 30m
  • Typical cost
    A$845($565)
Operated by

Qantas

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Bus

Take the bus to Brisbane then Broadmeadow Coach Stop Graham Rd and then to Donald St Before Stockton St.

  • Duration24hrs
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    A$200($135)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Brisbane Roma Street and then to Broadmeadow Station then take the bus to Donald St Before Stockton St.

  • Duration19h 40m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    A$170($115)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Nelson Bay.

  • Duration15hrs
  • Distance1,285km (798 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gladstone and Nelson Bay

There are several options for getting from Gladstone to Nelson Bay by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the bus which costs around A$170 ($115) and will take around 19h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$845 ($565).

The distance between Gladstone and Nelson Bay is around 1,097km (682 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 991km (616 miles)

It takes around 3h 25m to get from Gladstone and Nelson Bay by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 15hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Gladstone to Nelson Bay is to fly which takes around 3h 25m and will set you back approx A$845 ($565).

The cheapest way to travel between Gladstone and Nelson Bay, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around A$170 ($115) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Gladstone and Nelson Bay. We recommend that you fly from Gladstone (GLT) to Newcastle (NTL). instead which will take 3h 25m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Gladstone and Nelson Bay. It typically takes around 24hrs and departs once a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Gladstone to Nelson Bay. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Brisbane, Broadmeadow Coach Stop Graham Rd and Tudor St After Parry St. These services run once a week and will take a minimum of 24hrs.

Greyhound Australia, NSW TrainLink and Port Stephens Coaches run regular bus services between Gladstone and Nelson Bay. Buses run once a week and take around 24hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Gladstone and Nelson Bay. Flights depart from Gladstone (GLT) and arrive at Newcastle (NTL) - via Brisbane (BNE). The flight takes around 2h 30m.

There is no direct flight from Gladstone to Nelson Bay. There is however a flight that goes via Brisbane (BNE). This services will take at least 3h 25m (not including layover time).

The flight from Gladstone to Nelson Bay typically takes around 2h 30m. Flights depart from Gladstone (GLT) and and arrive into Newcastle (NTL).

The closest major airport to Nelson Bay is Newcastle Airport (NTL) (NTL) which is approximately 30km (19 miles) from Nelson Bay. Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ) (PQQ) and Sydney Airport (SYD) (SYD) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Gladstone and Nelson Bay. The distance is around 1,285km (798 miles) by road and it will take around 15hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gladstone to Nelson Bay is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 25m and will usually cost around A$845 ($565).

How do I get from Gladstone to Nelson Bay

Compare travel optionsbetween Gladstone and Nelson Bay

Transport options from Gladstone to Nelson Bay
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 25m
A$845($565)
hourly1,097km (682 miles)
Bus
24hrs
A$200($135)
once a week1,570km (975 miles)
Train and Bus + 1 similar
19h 40m
A$170($115)
twice daily1,409km (876 miles)
Train to Miriam Vale, bus1 day 3h
A$190($125)
once daily1,674km (1,040 miles)
Drive
15hrs
A$240($165)
on demand1,285km (798 miles)

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Airports near Nelson Bay

The following major airports near Nelson Bay offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Australia and internationally.

NTL
Newcastle Airport (NTL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
30km (19 miles) from Nelson Bay
PQQ
Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
159km (99 miles) from Nelson Bay
SYD
Sydney Airport (SYD)
International Airport
Distance
162km (101 miles) from Nelson Bay