What is the cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Lismore?

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Lismore is to train and bus which costs $18 - $27 and takes 5h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ipswich to Lismore?

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Lismore is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Lismore?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Lismore. However, there are services departing from Brisbane and arriving at Lismore via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Lismore?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich station to Lismore station. However, there are services departing from East Ipswich station, platform 2 and arriving at Casino Station via Roma Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Lismore?

The distance between Ipswich and Lismore is 237 km. The road distance is 214.2 km.

How do I travel from Ipswich to Lismore without a car?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Lismore without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 29m and costs $18 - $27.

How long does it take to get from Ipswich to Lismore?

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Ipswich to Lismore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Lismore bus from?

Ipswich to Lismore bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Brisbane station.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Lismore train from?

Ipswich to Lismore train services, operated by Translink, depart from East Ipswich station, platform 2.

Train or bus from Ipswich to Lismore?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Lismore is to train which takes 5h 54m and costs $26 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $65 and takes 8h 39m.

Where does the Ipswich to Lismore bus arrive?

Ipswich to Lismore bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Lismore station.

Where does the Ipswich to Lismore train arrive?

Ipswich to Lismore train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Ipswich to Lismore?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Lismore is 214 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Ipswich to Lismore.

Where can I stay near Lismore?

There are 86+ hotels available in Lismore.

Ipswich to Lismore - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ipswich to Lismore by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
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1. Take the train from East Ipswich station, platform 2 to Roma Streettrain Ipbr / ...
2. Take the bus from Roma Street Station, Stand F to Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth Stbus 176
5h 29m
$18–26
Train
1. Take the train from East Ipswich station, platform 2 to Roma Streettrain Ipbr / ...
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Casino Stationtrain 32
5h 54m
$26–160
Drive 214.2 km
1. Drive from Ipswich to Lismorecar 214.2 km
2h 28m
$39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brisbane to Lismorebus Pm11
8h 39m
$40–60

Ipswich to Lismore by train and bus

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5h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 237.3 km
Duration: 5h 29m

What companies run services between Ipswich, QLD, Australia and Lismore, NSW, Australia?

You can take a train from East Ipswich station, platform 2 to Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St via Roma Street, Roma Street Station, Casino Station, and Casino Station, Coach Bay in around 5h 54m. Alternatively, Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Brisbane to Lismore once daily. Tickets cost $40–60 and the journey takes 6h 45m.

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