What is the cheapest way to get from Kempsey to Byron Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Kempsey to Byron Bay is to bus which costs $55 - $80 and takes 6h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kempsey to Byron Bay?

The fastest way to get from Kempsey to Byron Bay is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs $60 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Kempsey and Byron Bay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kempsey and arriving at Byron Bay Interchange. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Kempsey to Byron Bay?

The distance between Kempsey and Byron Bay is 354 km. The road distance is 339.5 km.

How do I travel from Kempsey to Byron Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Kempsey to Byron Bay without a car is to train and bus via Coffs Harbour which takes 6h and costs $100 - $280.

How long does it take to get from Kempsey to Byron Bay?

It takes approximately 6h to get from Kempsey to Byron Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kempsey to Byron Bay bus from?

Kempsey to Byron Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Kempsey station.

Where does the Kempsey to Byron Bay bus arrive?

Kempsey to Byron Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Byron Bay Interchange station.

Can I drive from Kempsey to Byron Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Kempsey to Byron Bay is 339 km. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Kempsey to Byron Bay.

Where can I stay near Byron Bay?

There are 984+ hotels available in Byron Bay.

Kempsey to Byron Bay - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Kempsey to Byron Bay by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, bus via Coffs Harbour
best
1. Take the train from Kempsey Station to Coffs Harbour Stationtrain 33 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coffs Harbour Station to Bus Interchange Stand D – Butler Streetbus Dt18
6h
$108–271
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kempsey Station to Casino Stationtrain 33 / ...
2. Take the bus from Casino Station, Coach Bay to Byron Bay Interchange, Stand Cbus 167 / ...
6h 33m
$44–178
Drive 339.5 km
1. Drive from Kempsey to Byron Baycar 339.5 km
3h 42m
$62–89
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Belgrave St After Stuart St to Port Macquarie Airportbus
2. Fly from Port Macquarie (PQQ) to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK)plane PQQ - BNK
3. Take the bus from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, Southern Cross Dr to Byron Bay Interchange, Stand Bbus
7h 35m
$489–763
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kempsey to Byron Bay Interchangebus Au001
6h 29m
$55–80

Kempsey to Byron Bay by train and bus

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Distance: 353.9 km
Duration: 6h

What companies run services between Kempsey, NSW, Australia and Byron Bay, NSW, Australia?

FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Kempsey to Byron Bay Interchange once daily. Tickets cost $45–75 and the journey takes 6h 29m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily.

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