What is the cheapest way to get from Armidale to Doonside?

The cheapest way to get from Armidale to Doonside is to bus which costs $45 - $75 and takes 11h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Armidale to Doonside?

The fastest way to get from Armidale to Doonside is to fly and train which takes 3h 28m and costs $260 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Armidale and Doonside?

No, there is no direct bus from Armidale to Doonside. However, there are services departing from Niagara St After Donnelly St and arriving at Power St After Hill End Rd via Armidale Station, Coach Stop, Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M and Blacktown Station, Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 42m.

How far is it from Armidale to Doonside?

The distance between Armidale and Doonside is 436 km. The road distance is 479.6 km.

How do I travel from Armidale to Doonside without a car?

The best way to get from Armidale to Doonside without a car is to train which takes 9h 17m and costs $45 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Armidale to Doonside?

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Armidale to Doonside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Armidale to Doonside bus from?

Armidale to Doonside bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Armidale Station, Coach Stop.

Train or bus from Armidale to Doonside?

The best way to get from Armidale to Doonside is to train which takes 9h 17m and costs $45 - $95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $75 and takes 11h 42m.

Where does the Armidale to Doonside bus arrive?

Armidale to Doonside bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

Can I drive from Armidale to Doonside?

Yes, the driving distance between Armidale to Doonside is 480 km. It takes approximately 5h 44m to drive from Armidale to Doonside.

Where can I stay near Doonside?

There are 645+ hotels available in Doonside.

Armidale to Doonside - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Armidale to Doonside by plane, train, bus, 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 from Armidale, train
best
1. Fly from Armidale (ARM) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)ARM - SYD
2. Take the train from Central Station to Doonside Station
3h 28m
$266–485
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Armidale Station to Strathfield Station224
9h 17m
$47–95
Bus
1. Take the bus from Armidale Station, Coach Stop to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 12404 / ...
11h 42m
$47–74
Drive 479.6 km
1. Drive from Armidale to Doonside479.6 km
5h 44m
$95–136
Bus to Coffs Harbour Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Armidale Visitor Information Centre to Coffs Harbour Airport
2. Fly from Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)CFS - SYD
6h 17m
$274–594
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Armidale Station to Fassifern Station224
2. Take the train from Fassifern Station to Epping StationCcn
3. Take the bus from Epping Station, Beecroft Rd, Stand F to Blacktown Station, Stand D630
10h 26m
$50–95

Armidale to Doonside by bus and train

14Weekly Services

9h 17mAverage Duration

$47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 435.6 km
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Armidale, NSW, Australia and Doonside, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink operates a train from Armidale Station to Strathfield Station twice daily. Tickets cost $40–85 and the journey takes 7h 40m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Armidale Station, Coach Stop to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 once daily. Tickets cost $40–60 and the journey takes 8h 43m.

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