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 $120 - $300 and takes 31h 11m.

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 59m and costs $430 - $850.

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 and Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 11m.

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 train via Melbourne which takes 30h 47m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 59m 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 train via Melbourne which takes 30h 47m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $300 and takes 31h 11m.

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 10:08 AM in Adelaide and 10:38 AM 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 18h 58m to drive from Adelaide to Kempsey.

Where can I stay near Kempsey?

There are 174+ hotels available in Kempsey.

Adelaide to Kempsey - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Adelaide to Kempsey by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound), 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)ADL - PQQ
2. Take the bus from Port Macquarie Airport to Belgrave St At John St
6h 59m
$431–814
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 85 Franklin St to Albury Station/Hume Hwy
2. Take the bus from Albury station to Central Station
3. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Kempsey Station, Coach Stop151 / ...
31h 11m
$128–294
Train via Melbourne
1. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Station622 / ...
3. Take the train from Central Station to Kempsey Station33 / ...
30h 47m
Drive 1,749.8 km
1. Drive from Adelaide to Kempsey1,749.8 km
18h 58m
$342–494
Fly to Coffs Harbour Airport, train
1. Fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS)ADL - CFS
2. Take the train from Coffs Harbour Station to Kempsey Station
9h 2m
$416–1,006
Fly to Newcastle Airport, train
1. Fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)ADL - NTL
2. Take the train from Broadmeadow Station to Kempsey Station
10h 12m
$242–738
Train
1. Take the train from Adelaide Parklands to Sydney Central StationAdl-Syd 2024 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Kempsey Station33 / ...
36h 40m
$439–6,030

Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Port Macquarie (PQQ) flights

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6h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,442.3 km
Duration: 6h 59m

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

You can take a train from Adelaide Station to Kempsey Station via Southern Cross and Central Station in around 30h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 85 Franklin St to Kempsey Station, Coach Stop via Albury station and Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 in around 31h 11m.

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