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

The cheapest way to get from Kempsey to Cessnock is to train which costs $28 - $180 and takes 5h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kempsey to Cessnock is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Kempsey and Cessnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Kempsey to Cessnock. However, there are services departing from Kempsey and arriving at Vincent St At Edward St via Maitland Rd Opp Old Maitland Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Kempsey and Cessnock?

No, there is no direct train from Kempsey station to Cessnock station. However, there are services departing from Kempsey Station and arriving at Maitland Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Kempsey to Cessnock?

The distance between Kempsey and Cessnock is 337 km. The road distance is 298.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kempsey to Cessnock without a car is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs $28 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Kempsey to Cessnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kempsey to Cessnock bus from?

Kempsey to Cessnock bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Kempsey station.

Where do I catch the Kempsey to Cessnock train from?

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

Train or bus from Kempsey to Cessnock?

The best way to get from Kempsey to Cessnock is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs $28 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $75 and takes 6h.

Where does the Kempsey to Cessnock bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kempsey to Cessnock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kempsey to Cessnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Kempsey to Cessnock is 299 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Kempsey to Cessnock.

Where can I stay near Cessnock?

There are 565+ hotels available in Cessnock.

Kempsey to Cessnock - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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1. Take the train from Kempsey Station to Maitland Stationtrain 34 / ...
5h 14m
$28–171
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kempsey to Hexhambus Pm11
2. Take the bus from Maitland Rd Opp Old Maitland Rd to Vincent St At Edward Stbus 160
6h
$53–74
Drive 298.6 km
1. Drive from Kempsey to Cessnockcar 298.6 km
3h 21m
$54–77

Kempsey to Cessnock by train and bus

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5h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 337.5 km
Duration: 5h 14m

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

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Kempsey Station to Maitland Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $35–170 and the journey takes 4h 17m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kempsey to Vincent St At Edward St via Hexham and Maitland Rd Opp Old Maitland Rd in around 6h.

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