What is the cheapest way to get from Smiths Lake to Armidale?

The cheapest way to get from Smiths Lake to Armidale is to bus and train which costs $35 - $180 and takes 7h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Smiths Lake to Armidale?

The fastest way to get from Smiths Lake to Armidale is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs $55 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Smiths Lake and Armidale?

No, there is no direct bus from Smiths Lake to Armidale. However, there are services departing from Macwood Rd At Fourth Ridge Rd and arriving at Central Beardy Mall, Faulkner St via Bulahdelah and Gordon St Before Horton St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

How far is it from Smiths Lake to Armidale?

The distance between Smiths Lake and Armidale is 372 km. The road distance is 308.4 km.

How do I travel from Smiths Lake to Armidale without a car?

The best way to get from Smiths Lake to Armidale without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 48m and costs $35 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Smiths Lake to Armidale?

It takes approximately 7h 48m to get from Smiths Lake to Armidale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Smiths Lake to Armidale bus from?

Smiths Lake to Armidale bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Bulahdelah station.

Where does the Smiths Lake to Armidale bus arrive?

Smiths Lake to Armidale bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Port Macquarie station.

Can I drive from Smiths Lake to Armidale?

Yes, the driving distance between Smiths Lake to Armidale is 308 km. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Smiths Lake to Armidale.

Where can I stay near Armidale?

There are 80+ hotels available in Armidale.

Smiths Lake to Armidale - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Smiths Lake to Armidale by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from The Lakes Way Opp Macwood Rd to Taree Station, Coach Stopbus 150 / ...
2. Take the train from Taree Station to Wauchope Stationtrain 33 / ...
3. Take the bus from Wauchope Station, Coach Stop to Central Beardy Mall, Faulkner Stbus 375
7h 48m
$37–177
Drive 308.4 km
1. Drive from Smiths Lake to Armidalecar 308.4 km
3h 58m
$55–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bulahdelah to Port Macquariebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Gordon St Before Horton St to Central Beardy Mall, Faulkner Stbus 375
8h 37m
$56–96

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Distance: 371.8 km
Duration: 7h 48m

What companies run services between Smiths Lake, NSW, Australia and Armidale, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Macwood Rd At Fourth Ridge Rd to Central Beardy Mall, Faulkner St via St Josephs Primary School, Bulahdelah, Bulahdelah, Port Macquarie, and Gordon St Before Horton St in around 8h 37m.

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