What is the cheapest way to get from Macksville to Lismore?

The cheapest way to get from Macksville to Lismore is to bus which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Macksville to Lismore?

The fastest way to get from Macksville to Lismore is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs $45 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Macksville and Lismore?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Macksville and arriving at Lismore. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Macksville and Lismore?

No, there is no direct train from Macksville station to Lismore station. However, there are services departing from Macksville Station and arriving at Casino Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Macksville to Lismore?

The distance between Macksville and Lismore is 277 km. The road distance is 255.2 km.

How do I travel from Macksville to Lismore without a car?

The best way to get from Macksville to Lismore without a car is to bus which takes 4h 20m and costs $40 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Macksville to Lismore?

The bus from Macksville to Lismore takes 4h 20m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Macksville to Lismore bus from?

Macksville to Lismore bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Macksville station.

Where do I catch the Macksville to Lismore train from?

Macksville to Lismore train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Macksville Station.

Train or bus from Macksville to Lismore?

The best way to get from Macksville to Lismore is to bus which takes 4h 20m and costs $40 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $170 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Macksville to Lismore bus arrive?

Macksville to Lismore bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Lismore station.

Where does the Macksville to Lismore train arrive?

Macksville to Lismore train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Casino Station.

Can I drive from Macksville to Lismore?

Yes, the driving distance between Macksville to Lismore is 255 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Macksville to Lismore.

Where can I stay near Lismore?

There are 85+ hotels available in Lismore.

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There are 3 ways to get from Macksville to Lismore by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Macksville to Lismorebus Pm12
4h 20m
$40–60
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Macksville Station to Casino Stationtrain 33 / ...
5h 1m
$30–165
Drive 255.2 km
1. Drive from Macksville to Lismorecar 255.2 km
2h 49m
$46–66

Macksville to Lismore by bus

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Distance: 276.6 km
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Macksville, NSW, Australia and Lismore, NSW, Australia?

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Macksville to Lismore once daily. Tickets cost $40–60 and the journey takes 4h 20m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Macksville Station to Casino Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $24–160 and the journey takes 3h 33m.

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