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

The cheapest way to get from Kempsey to Newcastle is to bus which costs $35 - $65 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kempsey to Newcastle is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Kempsey and Newcastle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kempsey Station, Coach Stop station and arriving at Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Kempsey and Newcastle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kempsey Station station and arriving at Broadmeadow Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Kempsey to Newcastle?

The distance between Kempsey and Newcastle is 285 km. The road distance is 280.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kempsey to Newcastle without a car is to bus which takes 4h 15m and costs $35 - $65.

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

The bus from Kempsey Station, Coach Stop to Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd takes 4h 15m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Kempsey to Newcastle bus from?

Kempsey to Newcastle bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Kempsey Station, Coach Stop.

Where do I catch the Kempsey to Newcastle train from?

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

Train or bus from Kempsey to Newcastle?

The best way to get from Kempsey to Newcastle is to bus which takes 4h 15m and costs $35 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $29 - $170 and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Kempsey to Newcastle bus arrive?

Kempsey to Newcastle bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd.

Where does the Kempsey to Newcastle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kempsey to Newcastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Kempsey to Newcastle is 280 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Kempsey to Newcastle.

Where can I stay near Newcastle?

There are 484+ hotels available in Newcastle.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kempsey Station, Coach Stop to Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rdbus 3204 / ...
4h 15m
$35–65
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kempsey Station to Broadmeadow Stationtrain 34 / ...
4h 39m
$29–170
Drive 280.3 km
1. Drive from Kempsey to Newcastlecar 280.3 km
3h 6m
$50–73

Kempsey to Newcastle by bus

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Distance: 284.9 km
Duration: 4h 15m

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

NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Kempsey Station, Coach Stop to Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd twice daily. Tickets cost $23–35 and the journey takes 4h 15m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Kempsey Station to Broadmeadow Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $29–170 and the journey takes 4h 39m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily.

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