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

The cheapest way to get from Kotara to Kempsey is to bus via Newcastle which costs $40 - $70 and takes 6h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kotara to Kempsey is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Kotara and Kempsey?

No, there is no direct bus from Kotara to Kempsey. However, there are services departing from Joslin St Shops, Joslin St and arriving at Kempsey via Charlestown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Kotara and Kempsey?

No, there is no direct train from Kotara station to Kempsey station. However, there are services departing from Kotara Station and arriving at Kempsey Station via Broadmeadow Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Kotara to Kempsey?

The distance between Kotara and Kempsey is 345 km. The road distance is 280.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kotara to Kempsey without a car is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs $30 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Kotara to Kempsey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kotara to Kempsey bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kotara to Kempsey train from?

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

Train or bus from Kotara to Kempsey?

The best way to get from Kotara to Kempsey is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs $30 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $80 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Kotara to Kempsey bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kotara to Kempsey train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kotara to Kempsey?

Yes, the driving distance between Kotara to Kempsey is 281 km. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Kotara to Kempsey.

Where can I stay near Kempsey?

There are 173+ hotels available in Kempsey.

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There are 4 ways to get from Kotara to Kempsey by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Broadmeadow Station to Kempsey Stationtrain 33 / ...
5h 49m
$31–177
Bus
1. Take the bus from Charlestown to Kempseybus Pm12
6h 5m
$54–80
Drive 280.5 km
1. Drive from Kotara to Kempseycar 280.5 km
3h 5m
$50–72
Bus via Newcastle
1. Take the bus from Newcastle to Kempseybus Au001
6h 59m
$40–66

Kotara to Kempsey by train

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5h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 345 km
Duration: 5h 49m

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

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Broadmeadow Station to Kempsey Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $29–170 and the journey takes 4h 45m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Charlestown to Kempsey once daily. Tickets cost $50–75 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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