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Trip Overview

The average train between Canberra and Kempsey takes 20h 4m and the fastest train takes 12h 15m. There is at least one train per day from Canberra to Kempsey. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

20h 4m
Duration
821 km
Distance
$97
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Canberra to Kempsey train times

Trains run once daily between Canberra and Kempsey. The earliest departure is at 6:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Canberra is at 5:08 PM which arrives into Kempsey at 2:25 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 20h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    NSW TrainLinkNSW TrainLink XPT21h 25m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    NSW TrainLinkNSW TrainLink XPT21h 17m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    NSW TrainLinkNSW TrainLink12h 15m • 1 change
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    NSW TrainLinkNSW TrainLink XPT21h 17m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    NSW TrainLinkNSW TrainLink XPT21h 25m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    NSW TrainLinkNSW TrainLink XPT21h 25m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    NSW TrainLinkNSW TrainLink XPT21h 25m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Canberra to Kempsey? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Canberra to Kempsey.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 820.5 km
  • Duration: 20h 4m

What companies run services between Canberra, ACT, Australia and Kempsey, NSW, Australia?

You can take a train from Canberra Station to Kempsey Station via Central Station in around 12h 18m.

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