How to travel from Rockhampton to Newcastle, Australia

The distance between Rockhampton and Newcastle is around 1,155km (718 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 55m.

5 routes found

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

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Fly

Fly from Rockhampton (ROK) to Newcastle (NTL).

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Flight time2h 25m
  • Typical cost
    A$465($315)
Operated by

Qantas

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Train

Take the train to Brisbane Roma Street and then to Broadmeadow Station.

  • Duration19h 35m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    A$200($135)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Bus

Take the bus to Brisbane and then to Newcastle.

  • Duration1 day 3h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    A$245($165)
Operated by

Premier Motor Service

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Drive

Drive to Newcastle.

  • Duration15hrs
  • Distance1,280km (795 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Rockhampton and Newcastle

There are several options for getting from Rockhampton to Newcastle by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around A$200 ($135) and will take around 19h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$465 ($315).

The distance between Rockhampton and Newcastle is around 1,155km (718 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,068km (664 miles)

It takes around 2h 55m to get from Rockhampton and Newcastle by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 15hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Rockhampton to Newcastle is to fly which takes around 2h 55m and will set you back approx A$465 ($315).

The cheapest way to travel between Rockhampton and Newcastle, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around A$200 ($135) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Rockhampton and Newcastle. It typically takes around 19h 35m and departs twice daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Rockhampton to Newcastle. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Brisbane Roma Street. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 19h 35m.

Queensland Rail Travel and NSW TrainLink run train services between Rockhampton and Newcastle. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 19h 35m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Rockhampton and Newcastle. It typically takes around 1 day 3h and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Rockhampton to Newcastle. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Brisbane. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 1 day 3h.

Greyhound Australia and Premier Motor Service run regular bus services between Rockhampton and Newcastle. Buses run once daily and take around 1 day 3h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Rockhampton and Newcastle. Flights depart from Rockhampton (ROK) and arrive at Newcastle (NTL) - via Brisbane (BNE). The flight takes around 2h 25m.

There is no direct flight from Rockhampton to Newcastle. There is however a flight that goes via Brisbane (BNE). This services will take at least 2h 55m (not including layover time).

The flight from Rockhampton to Newcastle typically takes around 2h 25m. Flights depart from Rockhampton (ROK) and and arrive into Newcastle (NTL).

The closest major airport to Newcastle is Newcastle Airport (NTL) (NTL) which is approximately 14km (9 miles) from Newcastle. Sydney Airport (SYD) (SYD) and Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ) (PQQ) 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 Rockhampton and Newcastle. The distance is around 1,280km (795 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 Rockhampton to Newcastle is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 55m and will usually cost around A$465 ($315).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Rockhampton and Newcastle

Transport options from Rockhampton to Newcastle
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
2h 55m
A$465($315)
hourly1,155km (718 miles)
Plane and Train5h 55m
A$345($230)
every 30 mins1,446km (899 miles)
Train
19h 35m
A$200($135)
twice daily1,449km (900 miles)
Bus
1 day 3h
A$245($165)
once daily1,706km (1,060 miles)
Drive
15hrs
A$170($115)
on demand1,280km (795 miles)

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Airports near Newcastle

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

NTL
Newcastle Airport (NTL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
14km (9 miles) from Newcastle
SYD
Sydney Airport (SYD)
International Airport
Distance
126km (78 miles) from Newcastle
PQQ
Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
195km (121 miles) from Newcastle