Driving from Newcastle to Central Coast
Central Coast lies 67 km (42 mi) south-west of Newcastle, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 55 min without stops, over roughly 82 km (51 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Newcastle | Central Coast | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Australia | Australia |
| Population | 508,437 | 346,596 |
| Elevation | 48 m (157 ft) | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+10 (Australia/Sydney) | UTC+10 (Australia/Sydney) |
Where to book car hire from Newcastle to Central Coast
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Staying in Central Coast
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Common questions
How far is Central Coast from Newcastle?
67 km (42 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Newcastle; by road roughly 82 km (51 mi).
How long does it take to get from Newcastle to Central Coast by car?
About 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Newcastle and Central Coast?
No, both are on Australia/Sydney at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.