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

The cheapest way to get from Sawtell to Lismore is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sawtell to Lismore is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Sawtell and Lismore?

No, there is no direct bus from Sawtell to Lismore. However, there are services departing from First Av After Second Av and arriving at Lismore via Coffs Harbour. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Sawtell and Lismore?

No, there is no direct train from Sawtell station to Lismore station. However, there are services departing from Sawtell Station and arriving at Casino Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Sawtell to Lismore?

The distance between Sawtell and Lismore is 235 km. The road distance is 209.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Sawtell to Lismore without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs $27 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Sawtell to Lismore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sawtell to Lismore bus from?

Sawtell to Lismore bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Coffs Harbour station.

Where do I catch the Sawtell to Lismore train from?

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

Train or bus from Sawtell to Lismore?

The best way to get from Sawtell to Lismore is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs $27 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $65 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Sawtell to Lismore bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sawtell to Lismore train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sawtell to Lismore?

Yes, the driving distance between Sawtell to Lismore is 210 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Sawtell to Lismore.

Where can I stay near Lismore?

There are 87+ hotels available in Lismore.

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There are 4 ways to get from Sawtell to Lismore by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Sawtell Station to Casino Stationtrain 31 / ...
4h 17m
$27–159
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coffs Harbour to Lismorebus Pm12
5h 1m
$40–61
Drive 209.7 km
1. Drive from Sawtell to Lismorecar 209.7 km
2h 21m
$38–55
Bus via Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St
1. Take the bus from Park Beach Plaza – Bus Zone Stop ID 245021 to Bus Interchange – Tamar Streetbus Dt18
5h 37m
$94–124

Sawtell to Lismore by train and bus

30Weekly Services

4h 17mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 235.3 km
Duration: 4h 17m

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

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Sawtell Station to Casino Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $21–150 and the journey takes 2h 49m. Alternatively, Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Coffs Harbour to Lismore once daily. Tickets cost $35–55 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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