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Seafarers · Port of Newcastle

Transport for seafarers in Newcastle

A local back-up for the times a free shuttle isn't running. Fixed prices in US dollars. The price is the same whoever drives.

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All prices in US dollars (USD)Prices include GSTChild seats free
Simple fixed prices

Choose your trip

USD $230 weekday per vehicle, up to 11 people

3-hour shopping and sightseeing trip

Your crew choose where to go and the driver waits. Newcastle city and the foreshore, Kotara for the big shopping centre, Charlestown for another large centre, or a mix of two. Driving and waiting time included.

3-hour minimum applies.

USD $270 weekday per vehicle, up to 11 people · 3.5 hours

Blackbutt Reserve kangaroo and wildlife trip

Time to see the kangaroos and other wildlife at Blackbutt Reserve, with driving and waiting included. Wildlife exhibits are open 10am to 4:30pm daily and entry is free.

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Price per person

Total for the vehicle: USD $230

About USD $58 per person

The vehicle price is fixed. The per-person price is just the vehicle price shared equally.

Weekday price per person

People3-hour tripBlackbutt
3.5-hour trip
1USD $230USD $270
2USD $115USD $135
3USD $77USD $90
4USD $58USD $68
5USD $46USD $54
6USD $39USD $45
7USD $33USD $39
8USD $29USD $34
9USD $26USD $30
10USD $23USD $27
11USD $21USD $25
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Other prices

All prices are USD, per vehicle.

  • Extra time after the minimum: US$75 per hour (about US$37.50 per half hour).
  • Airport, hospital and longer trips: message us for a fixed price
  • Weekend and public holiday: add $30 Saturday, $90 Sunday, $150 public holiday
  • Wheelchair-accessible van available, please call to book. It seats fewer people.
  • Late night or early morning trips: call us for a price.
All prices on this page are in US dollars (USD) and include GST. The price is fixed when you book. There are no hidden extras.

Why a 3-hour minimum?

Hire and shopping trips have a 3-hour minimum. Our drivers are paid under the Passenger Vehicle Transportation Award, which guarantees a minimum paid shift, and this keeps your price the same whoever is driving.

Four simple steps

How to book

  1. 1Call, text or WhatsApp 0439 072 133.
  2. 2Tell us your ship, the berth, how many people, and the time you want to go.
  3. 3We confirm the fixed price in writing.
  4. 4We meet you at the ship or the port gate.

Same-day bookings accepted, subject to availability.

Licensed, insured and ready to help

  • NSW Point to Point authorised
  • $20 million public liability
  • Police check and Working With Children Check current
  • First Aid and CPR (HLTAID011)
  • ABN 14 426 461 772

Wheelchair-accessible transport is available when requested.

Passenger feedback

What our passengers say

“We really appreciated your friendly, professional and reliable service. The conversations too were an added bonus! You made the journey comfortable and stress-free - appreciate your patience with all the luggage we were hauling. I'd certainly recommend your services to anyone looking for reliable and friendly transport around Newcastle and beyond.”
Christian & familyNewcastle to Sydney Airport
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