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

The cheapest way to get from Barraba to Kempsey is to bus and train which costs $40 - $180 and takes 8h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barraba to Kempsey is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs $55 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Barraba and Kempsey?

No, there is no direct bus from Barraba to Kempsey. However, there are services departing from Alice St Before Queen St and arriving at Kempsey West Public School, Marsh St via Tamworth Station, Urunga Public School, Bowra St and Winifred St At Cooper St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 25m.

How far is it from Barraba to Kempsey?

The distance between Barraba and Kempsey is 394 km. The road distance is 309.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Barraba to Kempsey without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 3m and costs $40 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 8h 3m to get from Barraba to Kempsey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barraba to Kempsey bus from?

Barraba to Kempsey bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Alice St Before Queen St station.

Where does the Barraba to Kempsey bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barraba to Kempsey?

Yes, the driving distance between Barraba to Kempsey is 310 km. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Barraba to Kempsey.

Where can I stay near Kempsey?

There are 176+ hotels available in Kempsey.

Barraba to Kempsey - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Barraba to Kempsey by 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Alice St Before Queen St to Tamworth Station, Coach Stop312
2. Take the bus from Tamworth Station, Coach Stop to Wauchope Station, Coach Stop374 / ...
3. Take the train from Wauchope Station to Kempsey Station33 / ...
8h 3m
$43–180
Bus, train via Maitland
1. Take the bus from Alice St Before Queen St to Tamworth Station, Coach Stop312
2. Take the train from Tamworth Station to Maitland Station224
3. Take the train from Maitland Station to Kempsey Station33 / ...
11h 4m
$64–235
Drive 309.6 km
1. Drive from Barraba to Kempsey309.6 km
3h 53m
$60–86
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alice St Before Queen St to Tamworth Station, Coach Stop312
2. Take the bus from Tamworth Station to Urunga Station
3. Take the bus from Winifred St At Cooper St to Kempsey West Public School, Marsh St
10h 25m
$127–179

Barraba to Kempsey by bus and train

4Weekly Services

8h 3mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 393.8 km
Duration: 8h 3m

What companies run services between Barraba, NSW, Australia and Kempsey, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Alice St Before Queen St to Kempsey West Public School, Marsh St via Tamworth Station, Urunga Station, Urunga Public School, Bowra St, Macksville Aquatic Centre, Cooper St, and Winifred St At Cooper St in around 10h 25m.

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