Airport

From Newcastle Airport, in Williamtown, it's a half-hour drive to most of the beautiful beaches in the Port Stephens area. Airlines Qantas, Jetstar, Virgin Australia, Regional Express (REX) and FlyPelican service the airport, allowing easy access on a daily basis. Port Stephens Coaches operate a public bus service from Newcastle Airport to Newcastle train station up to 11 times per day, as well as a service to the Nelson Bay area. For further information and timetables, phone: +61 2 4982 2940 or visit www.pscoaches.com.au.

• Web:

  www.newcastleairport.com.au

• Address:

  1 Williamtown Drive, Williamtown, NSW 2318

• Phone:

  +61 2 4928 9800

Public transport

CountryLink provides rail services in and out of Newcastle from many regions within New South Wales. The trip is leisurely, picturesque and great value - well worth the time. There are regular train services from Sydney to Newcastle.

• Web:

  www.nswtrainlink.info or www.transportnsw.info

Taxis

Taxis are available from Newcastle airport to Port Stephens, and within the region on call. NELSON BAY TAXIS 132 George Rd, Salamander Bay, Port Stephens, NSW 2317 Ph: +61 2 4984 6699 NEWCASTLE TAXIS 3/7 Chaucer St., Hamilton, Newcastle, NSW 2300 Phone: +61 13 33 00 www.newcastletaxis.com.au

Driving to Port Stephens

Port Stephens is on the New South Wales coast 200 km north of Sydney. It's an easy route to drive, which takes about 2.5 hours along the M1 highway. At the end of the M1, turn right at the roundabout and follow the sign “Hexham and Pacific Highway”. Veer to the right and merge with the New England Highway then merge to the left at the sign “Taree and Pacific Highway” which takes you over the Hexham Bridge. Turn right onto Tomago Road, and turn left into Nelson Bay Road at the roundabout. Then follow the signs to your Port Stephens destination.

Electricity

220-240V

Hire Cars

All major rental car companies are based at Newcastle Airport. Thrifty Car Hire – www.thrifty.com.au Budget Car Hire – www.budget.com.au Europcar – www.europcar.com.au Avis - www.avis.com.au Hertz - www.hertz.com.au Nelson Bay Hire Cars and Limousines: Phone: 02 4984 7766