What is the cheapest way to get from South Kempsey to Lake Macquarie?

The cheapest way to get from South Kempsey to Lake Macquarie is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 3h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Kempsey to Lake Macquarie?

The fastest way to get from South Kempsey to Lake Macquarie is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between South Kempsey and Lake Macquarie?

No, there is no direct bus from South Kempsey to Lake Macquarie. However, there are services departing from Kempsey and arriving at Charlestown Square, Pearson St, Stand B via Customs House, Watt St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

Is there a direct train between South Kempsey and Lake Macquarie?

No, there is no direct train from South Kempsey station to Lake Macquarie station. However, there are services departing from Kempsey Station and arriving at Cardiff Station via Broadmeadow Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from South Kempsey to Lake Macquarie?

The distance between South Kempsey and Lake Macquarie is 304 km. The road distance is 305.7 km.

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

The best way to get from South Kempsey to Lake Macquarie without a car is to bus which takes 4h 56m and costs $55 - $110.

How long does it take to get from South Kempsey to Lake Macquarie?

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from South Kempsey to Lake Macquarie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Kempsey to Lake Macquarie bus from?

South Kempsey to Lake Macquarie bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Kempsey station.

Where do I catch the South Kempsey to Lake Macquarie train from?

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

Train or bus from South Kempsey to Lake Macquarie?

The best way to get from South Kempsey to Lake Macquarie is to bus which takes 4h 56m and costs $55 - $110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $210 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the South Kempsey to Lake Macquarie bus arrive?

South Kempsey to Lake Macquarie bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Newcastle station.

Where does the South Kempsey to Lake Macquarie train arrive?

South Kempsey to Lake Macquarie train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Broadmeadow Station.

Can I drive from South Kempsey to Lake Macquarie?

Yes, the driving distance between South Kempsey to Lake Macquarie is 306 km. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from South Kempsey to Lake Macquarie.

Where can I stay near Lake Macquarie?

There are 486+ hotels available in Lake Macquarie.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from South Kempsey to Lake Macquarie by bus (Greyhound), train, or car

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Kempsey to Newcastlebus Sydney
4h 56m
$59–108
Drive 305.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from South Kempsey to Morissetcar 305.7 km
3h 15m
$55–79
Train
1. Take the train from Kempsey Station to Broadmeadow Stationtrain 34 / ...
5h 8m
$59–206
Bus via Bulahdelah
1. Take the bus from Kempsey to Bulahdelahbus Sydney
2. Take the bus from Bulahdelah to Charlestownbus Pm11
5h 3m
$69–111

South Kempsey to Lake Macquarie by bus (Greyhound)

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4h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 303.9 km
Duration: 4h 56m

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

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Kempsey to Newcastle 4 times a day. Tickets cost $55–110 and the journey takes 4h 15m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Kempsey Station to Broadmeadow Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $29–170 and the journey takes 4h 39m. NSW TrainLink also services this route twice daily.

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