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

The cheapest way to get from Kempsey to Grafton is to bus which costs $26 - $45 and takes 2h 25m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Kempsey and Grafton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kempsey and arriving at Grafton City South. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Kempsey and Grafton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kempsey Station station and arriving at Grafton Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Kempsey to Grafton?

The distance between Kempsey and Grafton is 192 km. The road distance is 191 km.

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

The best way to get from Kempsey to Grafton without a car is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs $26 - $45.

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

The bus from Kempsey to Grafton City South takes 2h 25m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Kempsey to Grafton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kempsey to Grafton train from?

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

Train or bus from Kempsey to Grafton?

The best way to get from Kempsey to Grafton is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs $26 - $45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $20 - $150 and takes 2h 44m.

Where does the Kempsey to Grafton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kempsey to Grafton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kempsey to Grafton?

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

Where can I stay near Grafton?

There are 34+ hotels available in Grafton.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kempsey to Grafton City Southbus Pm12
2h 25m
$26–45
Train
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1. Take the train from Kempsey Station to Grafton Stationtrain 33 / ...
2h 44m
$20–150
Drive 191 km
1. Drive from Kempsey to Graftoncar 191 km
2h 10m
$34–49

Kempsey to Grafton by bus

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2h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 191.8 km
Duration: 2h 25m

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

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Kempsey to Grafton City South once daily. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 2h 25m. FlixBus Australia also services this route once daily. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Kempsey Station to Grafton Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $20–150 and the journey takes 2h 44m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily.

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