What is the cheapest way to get from South Grafton to Kempsey?

The cheapest way to get from South Grafton to Kempsey is to bus which costs $17 - $25 and takes 3h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Grafton to Kempsey?

The fastest way to get from South Grafton to Kempsey is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between South Grafton and Kempsey?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Grafton Station, Coach Stop station and arriving at Kempsey Station, Coach Stop station. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between South Grafton and Kempsey?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Grafton Station station and arriving at Kempsey Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from South Grafton to Kempsey?

The distance between South Grafton and Kempsey is 192 km. The road distance is 188.8 km.

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

The best way to get from South Grafton to Kempsey without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs $20 - $150.

How long does it take to get from South Grafton to Kempsey?

The train from Grafton Station to Kempsey Station takes 2h 46m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the South Grafton to Kempsey bus from?

South Grafton to Kempsey bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Grafton Station, Coach Stop.

Where do I catch the South Grafton to Kempsey train from?

South Grafton to Kempsey train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Grafton Station.

Train or bus from South Grafton to Kempsey?

The best way to get from South Grafton to Kempsey is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs $20 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $17 - $25 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the South Grafton to Kempsey bus arrive?

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

Where does the South Grafton to Kempsey train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Grafton to Kempsey?

Yes, the driving distance between South Grafton to Kempsey is 189 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from South Grafton to Kempsey.

Where can I stay near Kempsey?

There are 174+ hotels available in Kempsey.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Grafton Station to Kempsey Stationtrain 34 / ...
2h 46m
$20–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Grafton Station, Coach Stop to Kempsey Station, Coach Stopbus 3204 / ...
3h 30m
$17–25
Drive 188.8 km
1. Drive from South Grafton to Kempseycar 188.8 km
2h 8m
$34–49
Bus via Prince St At Fitzroy St
1. Take the bus from Grafton to Kempseybus Au001
4h 46m
$30–54

South Grafton to Kempsey by train

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Distance: 192.4 km
Duration: 2h 46m

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

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Grafton Station to Kempsey Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $20–150 and the journey takes 2h 46m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Grafton Station, Coach Stop to Kempsey Station, Coach Stop every 4 hours. Tickets cost $17–25 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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