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

The cheapest way to get from Adelaide to Kempsey is to bus which costs $130 - $220 and takes 30h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Adelaide to Kempsey is to fly and bus which takes 6h 47m and costs $410 - $800.

Is there a direct train between Adelaide and Kempsey?

No, there is no direct train from Adelaide station to Kempsey station. However, there are services departing from Adelaide Station and arriving at Kempsey Station via Southern Cross and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 47m.

How far is it from Adelaide to Kempsey?

The distance between Adelaide and Kempsey is 1442 km. The road distance is 1749.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Adelaide to Kempsey without a car is to bus which takes 30h 38m and costs $130 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 47m to get from Adelaide to Kempsey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Kempsey bus from?

Adelaide to Kempsey bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from 85 Franklin St station.

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Kempsey train from?

Adelaide to Kempsey train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Adelaide Station.

Train or bus from Adelaide to Kempsey?

The best way to get from Adelaide to Kempsey is to bus which takes 30h 38m and costs $130 - $220. Alternatively, you can train via Melbourne, which costs $240 - $850 and takes 30h 47m.

Where does the Adelaide to Kempsey bus arrive?

Adelaide to Kempsey bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Albury Station/Hume Hwy.

What is the time difference between Adelaide and Kempsey?

Kempsey is 30 min ahead of Adelaide. It is currently 9:04 PM in Adelaide and 9:34 PM in Kempsey.

Where does the Adelaide to Kempsey train arrive?

Adelaide to Kempsey train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Adelaide to Kempsey?

Yes, the driving distance between Adelaide to Kempsey is 1750 km. It takes approximately 19h 6m to drive from Adelaide to Kempsey.

Where can I stay near Kempsey?

There are 177+ hotels available in Kempsey.

Adelaide to Kempsey - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Adelaide and Kempsey?

No, there is no direct bus from Adelaide to Kempsey station. However, there are services departing from 85 Franklin St and arriving at Kempsey Station, Coach Stop via Albury station, Liverpool Station, Stand G and Strathfield Station, Everton Rd, Stand D. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 38m.

There are 8 ways to get from Adelaide to Kempsey by plane, bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Port Macquarie, bus
best
1. Fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Port Macquarie (PQQ)plane ADL - PQQ
2. Take the bus from Port Macquarie Airport to Belgrave St At John Stbus
6h 47m
$410–762
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 85 Franklin St to Albury Station/Hume Hwybus
2. Take the bus from Albury station to Liverpoolbus
3. Take the bus from Strathfield Station, Everton Rd, Stand D to Kempsey Station, Coach Stopbus
30h 38m
$139–220
Train via Melbourne
1. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
3. Take the train from Central Station to Kempsey Stationtrain 33 / ...
30h 47m
$248–814
Drive 1,749.8 km
1. Drive from Adelaide to Kempseycar 1,749.8 km
19h 6m
$331–478
Fly to Coffs Harbour Airport, train
1. Fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS)plane ADL - CFS
2. Take the train from Urunga Station to Kempsey Stationtrain
8h 50m
$367–1,070
Fly to Newcastle Airport, train
1. Fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)plane ADL - NTL
2. Take the train from Broadmeadow Station to Kempsey Stationtrain
10h 14m
$242–738
Train
1. Take the train from Adelaide Parklands to Sydney Central Stationtrain Adl-Syd 2026
2. Take the train from Central Station to Kempsey Stationtrain 33 / ...
2d 21h
$439–6,780
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Adelaide Parklands to Sydney Central Stationtrain Adl-Syd 2026
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Kempseybus Pm12
2d 21h
$459–6,680

Adelaide to Kempsey by bus

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30h 38mAverage Duration

$139Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,442.3 km
Duration: 6h 47m

What companies run services between Adelaide, SA, Australia and Kempsey, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from 85 Franklin St to Kempsey Station, Coach Stop via Albury station, Liverpool, Liverpool Station, Stand G, Strathfield Station, Albert Rd, Stand E, and Strathfield Station, Everton Rd, Stand D in around 30h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Adelaide Station to Kempsey Station via Southern Cross and Central Station in around 30h 47m.

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