What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to South West Rocks?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to South West Rocks is to bus via Broadmeadow Station which costs $30 - $50 and takes 7h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to South West Rocks?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to South West Rocks is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and South West Rocks?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff station to South West Rocks. However, there are services departing from Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd and arriving at Gregory St After Simpson St via Kemp St Before Edinburgh Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and South West Rocks?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff station to South West Rocks station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Station and arriving at Kempsey Station via Broadmeadow Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

How far is it from Cardiff to South West Rocks?

The distance between Cardiff and South West Rocks is 327 km. The road distance is 312.4 km.

How do I travel from Cardiff to South West Rocks without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to South West Rocks without a car is to bus via Broadmeadow Station which takes 7h 2m and costs $30 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to South West Rocks?

It takes approximately 7h 2m to get from Cardiff to South West Rocks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to South West Rocks bus from?

Cardiff to South West Rocks bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to South West Rocks train from?

Cardiff to South West Rocks train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Broadmeadow Station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to South West Rocks?

The best way to get from Cardiff to South West Rocks is to bus via Broadmeadow Station which takes 7h 2m and costs $30 - $50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $190 and takes 7h 32m.

Where does the Cardiff to South West Rocks bus arrive?

Cardiff to South West Rocks bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Kempsey Station, Coach Stop.

Where does the Cardiff to South West Rocks train arrive?

Cardiff to South West Rocks train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Kempsey Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to South West Rocks?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to South West Rocks is 312 km. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Cardiff to South West Rocks.

Where can I stay near South West Rocks?

There are 288+ hotels available in South West Rocks.

Cardiff to South West Rocks - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to South West Rocks by bus, train, or car

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Bus via Broadmeadow Station
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1. Take the bus from Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd to Kempsey Station, Coach Stopbus 3101 / ...
7h 2m
$32–49
Train
1. Take the train from Broadmeadow Station to Kempsey Stationtrain 33 / ...
7h 32m
$38–184
Drive 312.4 km
1. Drive from Cardiff to South West Rockscar 312.4 km
3h 27m
$57–82
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle to Kempseybus Au001
8h 31m
$49–83

Cardiff to South West Rocks by train, bus, and foot

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7h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 327.4 km
Duration: 7h 2m

What companies run services between Cardiff, NSW, Australia and South West Rocks, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd to Kempsey Station, Coach Stop twice daily. Tickets cost $23–35 and the journey takes 4h 15m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Broadmeadow Station to Kempsey Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $29–170 and the journey takes 4h 45m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily.

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