What is the cheapest way to get from Grafton to Armidale?

The cheapest way to get from Grafton to Armidale is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 2h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grafton to Armidale?

The fastest way to get from Grafton to Armidale is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Grafton and Armidale?

No, there is no direct bus from Grafton to Armidale. However, there are services departing from Fitzroy St After Prince St and arriving at Armidale Visitor Information Centre via Park Beach Plaza and Coffs Harbour Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Grafton to Armidale?

The distance between Grafton and Armidale is 284 km. The road distance is 199.3 km.

How do I travel from Grafton to Armidale without a car?

The best way to get from Grafton to Armidale without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 15m and costs $85 - $230.

How long does it take to get from Grafton to Armidale?

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Grafton to Armidale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grafton to Armidale bus from?

Grafton to Armidale bus services, operated by CDC NSW Forest Coach Lines, depart from Fitzroy St After Prince St station.

Where does the Grafton to Armidale bus arrive?

Grafton to Armidale bus services, operated by CDC NSW Forest Coach Lines, arrive at Park Beach Plaza station.

Can I drive from Grafton to Armidale?

Yes, the driving distance between Grafton to Armidale is 199 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Grafton to Armidale.

Where can I stay near Armidale?

There are 80+ hotels available in Armidale.

Grafton to Armidale - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Grafton to Armidale by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Grafton Station to Urunga Stationtrain 34 / ...
2. Take the bus from Urunga Station to Armidale Visitor Information Centrebus Dt1 / ...
5h 15m
$86–227
Drive 199.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Grafton to Armidalecar 199.3 km
2h 39m
$36–51
Bus via Coffs Harbour
1. Take the bus from Fitzroy St After Prince St to Park Beach Plazabus 393
2. Take the bus from Coffs Harbour Station to Armidale Visitor Information Centrebus Dt1 / ...
6h 16m
$92–126
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grafton Station, Coach Stop to Coffs Harbour Station, Coach Stopbus 3204 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coffs Harbour Station to Armidale Visitor Information Centrebus Dt1 / ...
6h 38m
$93–132

Grafton to Armidale by train and bus

3Weekly Services

5h 15mAverage Duration

$86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 283.9 km
Duration: 5h 15m

What companies run services between Grafton, NSW, Australia and Armidale, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Fitzroy St After Prince St to Armidale Visitor Information Centre via Park Beach Plaza, Coffs Harbour High School, Harbour Dr, and Coffs Harbour Station in around 6h 16m.

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