What is the cheapest way to get from New South Wales to Kempsey?

The cheapest way to get from New South Wales to Kempsey is to bus which costs $30 - $60 and takes 8h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from New South Wales to Kempsey?

The fastest way to get from New South Wales to Kempsey is to drive which takes 4h 35m and costs $70 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between New South Wales and Kempsey?

No, there is no direct bus from New South Wales station to Kempsey station. However, there are services departing from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 and arriving at Kempsey Station, Coach Stop via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

Is there a direct train between New South Wales and Kempsey?

No, there is no direct train from New South Wales station to Kempsey station. However, there are services departing from Wynyard Station and arriving at Kempsey Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

How far is it from New South Wales to Kempsey?

The distance between New South Wales and Kempsey is 446 km. The road distance is 417.8 km.

How do I travel from New South Wales to Kempsey without a car?

The best way to get from New South Wales to Kempsey without a car is to bus which takes 8h 6m and costs $30 - $60.

How long does it take to get from New South Wales to Kempsey?

It takes approximately 8h 6m to get from New South Wales to Kempsey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New South Wales to Kempsey bus from?

New South Wales to Kempsey bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

Where do I catch the New South Wales to Kempsey train from?

New South Wales to Kempsey train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from New South Wales to Kempsey?

The best way to get from New South Wales to Kempsey is to bus which takes 8h 6m and costs $30 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $200 and takes 8h 16m.

Where does the New South Wales to Kempsey bus arrive?

New South Wales to Kempsey bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Kempsey Station, Coach Stop.

Where does the New South Wales to Kempsey train arrive?

New South Wales to Kempsey train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Kempsey Station.

Can I drive from New South Wales to Kempsey?

Yes, the driving distance between New South Wales to Kempsey is 418 km. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from New South Wales to Kempsey.

Where can I stay near Kempsey?

There are 174+ hotels available in Kempsey.

New South Wales to Kempsey - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from New South Wales to Kempsey by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Kempsey Station, Coach Stopbus 3105 / ...
8h 6m
$33–57
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Kempsey Stationtrain 33 / ...
8h 16m
$43–197
Drive 417.8 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Kempseycar 417.8 km
4h 35m
$75–108
Bus via Kempsey
1. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Kempseybus Au001
8h 53m
$63–117

New South Wales to Kempsey by train and bus

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Distance: 446.2 km
Duration: 8h 6m

What companies run services between New South Wales, Australia and Kempsey, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Kempsey Station, Coach Stop every 4 hours. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 7h. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Central Station to Kempsey Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $40–190 and the journey takes 7h 10m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily.

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