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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Kempsey?

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

Is there a direct train between Newcastle and Kempsey?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Broadmeadow Station station and arriving at Kempsey Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Newcastle to Kempsey?

The distance between Newcastle and Kempsey is 285 km. The road distance is 280.1 km.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Kempsey bus from?

Newcastle to Kempsey bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Kempsey train from?

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

Train or bus from Newcastle to Kempsey?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Kempsey is to bus which takes 4h 15m and costs $35 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $29 - $170 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Newcastle to Kempsey bus arrive?

Newcastle to Kempsey bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Kempsey Station, Coach Stop.

Where does the Newcastle to Kempsey train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newcastle to Kempsey?

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

Where can I stay near Kempsey?

There are 174+ hotels available in Kempsey.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd to Kempsey Station, Coach Stopbus 3101 / ...
4h 15m
$35–65
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Broadmeadow Station to Kempsey Stationtrain 33 / ...
4h 45m
$29–170
Drive 280.1 km
1. Drive from Newcastle to Kempseycar 280.1 km
3h 6m
$50–73

Newcastle to Kempsey by bus

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Distance: 284.5 km
Duration: 4h 15m

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

NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd to Kempsey Station, Coach Stop 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 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.

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