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

The cheapest way to get from Grafton to Kempsey is to bus which costs $26 - $45 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grafton to Kempsey is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Grafton and Kempsey?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Grafton City South and arriving at Kempsey. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Grafton and Kempsey?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Grafton Station station and arriving at Kempsey Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Grafton to Kempsey?

The distance between Grafton and Kempsey is 192 km. The road distance is 191.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Grafton to Kempsey without a car is to bus which takes 2h 40m and costs $26 - $45.

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

The bus from Grafton City South to Kempsey takes 2h 40m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Grafton to Kempsey bus from?

Grafton to Kempsey bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Grafton City South station.

Where do I catch the Grafton to Kempsey train from?

Grafton to Kempsey train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Grafton Station.

Train or bus from Grafton to Kempsey?

The best way to get from Grafton to Kempsey is to bus which takes 2h 40m and costs $26 - $45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $20 - $150 and takes 2h 46m.

Where does the Grafton to Kempsey bus arrive?

Grafton to Kempsey bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Kempsey station.

Where does the Grafton to Kempsey train arrive?

Grafton to Kempsey train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Kempsey Station.

Can I drive from Grafton to Kempsey?

Yes, the driving distance between Grafton to Kempsey is 191 km. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Grafton to Kempsey.

Where can I stay near Kempsey?

There are 175+ hotels available in Kempsey.

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There are 3 ways to get from Grafton to Kempsey by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Grafton City South to Kempseybus Pm11
2h 40m
$26–45
Train
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1. Take the train from Grafton Station to Kempsey Stationtrain 34 / ...
2h 46m
$20–150
Drive 191.3 km
1. Drive from Grafton to Kempseycar 191.3 km
2h 10m
$34–49

Grafton to Kempsey by bus

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Distance: 192.1 km
Duration: 2h 40m

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

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Grafton City South to Kempsey once daily. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 2h 40m. FlixBus Australia also services this route once daily. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Grafton Station to Kempsey Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $20–150 and the journey takes 2h 46m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily.

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