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

The cheapest way to get from Waratah to Kempsey is to bus which costs $26 - $40 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waratah to Kempsey is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Waratah and Kempsey?

No, there is no direct bus from Waratah to Kempsey station. However, there are services departing from Turton Rd Before Georgetown Rd and arriving at Kempsey Station, Coach Stop via Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Waratah and Kempsey?

No, there is no direct train from Waratah station to Kempsey station. However, there are services departing from Broadmeadow Station and arriving at Kempsey Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Waratah to Kempsey?

The distance between Waratah and Kempsey is 289 km. The road distance is 274.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Waratah to Kempsey without a car is to bus which takes 5h 28m and costs $26 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Waratah to Kempsey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waratah to Kempsey bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Waratah to Kempsey train from?

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

Train or bus from Waratah to Kempsey?

The best way to get from Waratah to Kempsey is to bus which takes 5h 28m and costs $26 - $40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $180 and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Waratah to Kempsey bus arrive?

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

Where does the Waratah to Kempsey train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waratah to Kempsey?

Yes, the driving distance between Waratah to Kempsey is 274 km. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Waratah to Kempsey.

Where can I stay near Kempsey?

There are 172+ hotels available in Kempsey.

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd to Kempsey Station, Coach Stopbus 3101 / ...
5h 28m
$27–40
Train
1. Take the train from Broadmeadow Station to Kempsey Stationtrain 33 / ...
5h 58m
$33–175
Drive 274.5 km
1. Drive from Waratah to Kempseycar 274.5 km
2h 59m
$50–72
Bus via Newcastle
1. Take the bus from Newcastle to Kempseybus Au001
6h 53m
$45–76

Waratah to Kempsey by bus

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5h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 289.1 km
Duration: 5h 28m

What companies run services between Waratah, 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. 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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