What is the cheapest way to get from Coffs Harbour to Lake Cathie?

The cheapest way to get from Coffs Harbour to Lake Cathie is to bus via Coffs Harbour which costs $25 - $45 and takes 4h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Coffs Harbour to Lake Cathie?

The fastest way to get from Coffs Harbour to Lake Cathie is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Coffs Harbour and Lake Cathie?

No, there is no direct bus from Coffs Harbour to Lake Cathie. However, there are services departing from Coffs Harbour and arriving at Ocean Dr Opp Lake Cathie Village Centre via Gordon St Before Horton St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Coffs Harbour and Lake Cathie?

No, there is no direct train from Coffs Harbour station to Lake Cathie station. However, there are services departing from Coffs Harbour Station and arriving at Wauchope Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Coffs Harbour to Lake Cathie?

The distance between Coffs Harbour and Lake Cathie is 177 km. The road distance is 167.4 km.

How do I travel from Coffs Harbour to Lake Cathie without a car?

The best way to get from Coffs Harbour to Lake Cathie without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs $80 - $230.

How long does it take to get from Coffs Harbour to Lake Cathie?

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Coffs Harbour to Lake Cathie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coffs Harbour to Lake Cathie bus from?

Coffs Harbour to Lake Cathie bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Coffs Harbour station.

Where do I catch the Coffs Harbour to Lake Cathie train from?

Coffs Harbour to Lake Cathie train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Coffs Harbour Station.

Train or bus from Coffs Harbour to Lake Cathie?

The best way to get from Coffs Harbour to Lake Cathie is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs $80 - $230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $65 and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Coffs Harbour to Lake Cathie bus arrive?

Coffs Harbour to Lake Cathie bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Port Macquarie station.

Where does the Coffs Harbour to Lake Cathie train arrive?

Coffs Harbour to Lake Cathie train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Wauchope Station.

Can I drive from Coffs Harbour to Lake Cathie?

Yes, the driving distance between Coffs Harbour to Lake Cathie is 167 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Coffs Harbour to Lake Cathie.

Where can I stay near Lake Cathie?

There are 399+ hotels available in Lake Cathie.

Coffs Harbour to Lake Cathie - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Coffs Harbour to Lake Cathie by train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Coffs Harbour Station to Wauchope Stationtrain 34 / ...
2h 33m
$83–222
Bus via Coffs Harbour
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coffs Harbour to Port Macquariebus Au001
4h 6m
$25–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coffs Harbour to Port Macquariebus Sydney
3h 49m
$33–64
Drive 167.4 km
1. Drive from Coffs Harbour to Lake Cathiecar 167.4 km
1h 48m
$30–44

Coffs Harbour to Lake Cathie by bus

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Distance: 177.5 km
Duration: 2h 33m

What companies run services between Coffs Harbour, NSW, Australia and Lake Cathie, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Coffs Harbour Station to Wauchope Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $18–150 and the journey takes 2h 12m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Coffs Harbour to Port Macquarie 4 times a day. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily.

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