How to travel from Proserpine to Nelson Bay, Australia

The distance between Proserpine and Nelson Bay is around 1,567km (973 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 55m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Proserpine 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 BayProserpine if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Proserpine (PPP) to Newcastle (NTL).

  • Duration3h 55m
  • Flight time2h 55m
  • Typical cost
    A$510($345)
Operated by

Virgin Australia

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Bus

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

  • Duration1 day 7h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    A$285($190)
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.

  • Duration1 day 4h
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    A$240($160)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Nelson Bay.

  • Duration21h 60m
  • Distance1,776km (1,104 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Proserpine and Nelson Bay

There are several options for getting from Proserpine 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$240 ($160) and will take around 1 day 4h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$510 ($345).

The distance between Proserpine and Nelson Bay is around 1,567km (973 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,415km (879 miles)

It takes around 3h 55m to get from Proserpine and Nelson Bay by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 21h 60m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Proserpine to Nelson Bay is to fly which takes around 3h 55m and will set you back approx A$510 ($345).

The cheapest way to travel between Proserpine and Nelson Bay, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around A$240 ($160) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Proserpine and Nelson Bay. We recommend that you fly from Proserpine (PPP) to Newcastle (NTL). instead which will take 3h 55m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Proserpine and Nelson Bay. It typically takes around 1 day 7h and departs once a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Proserpine 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 1 day 7h.

Premier Motor Service, Greyhound Australia, NSW TrainLink and Port Stephens Coaches run regular bus services between Proserpine and Nelson Bay. Buses run once a week and take around 1 day 7h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Proserpine and Nelson Bay. Flights depart from Proserpine (PPP) and arrive at Newcastle (NTL) - via Brisbane (BNE). The flight takes around 2h 55m.

There is no direct flight from Proserpine to Nelson Bay. There is however a flight that goes via Brisbane (BNE). This services will take at least 3h 55m (not including layover time).

The flight from Proserpine to Nelson Bay typically takes around 2h 55m. Flights depart from Proserpine (PPP) 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 Proserpine and Nelson Bay. The distance is around 1,776km (1,104 miles) by road and it will take around 21h 60m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Proserpine to Nelson Bay is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 55m and will usually cost around A$510 ($345).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Proserpine and Nelson Bay

Transport options from Proserpine to Nelson Bay
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
3h 55m
A$510($345)
hourly1,567km (973 miles)
Plane, Train and Bus6h 50m
A$625($420)
hourly1,770km (1,100 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
1 day 7h
A$285($190)
once a week2,142km (1,331 miles)
Bus via Maroochydore1 day 9h
A$360($240)
once daily2,218km (1,378 miles)
Train and Bus
1 day 4h
A$240($160)
5 times a week1,958km (1,217 miles)
Drive
21h 60m
A$335($225)
on demand1,776km (1,104 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