What is the cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Nimbin?

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Nimbin is to bus which costs $23 - $35 and takes 4h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brisbane to Nimbin?

The fastest way to get from Brisbane to Nimbin is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Brisbane and Nimbin?

No, there is no direct bus from Brisbane station to Nimbin. However, there are services departing from Roma Street Station, Stand F and arriving at Cullen St Before Thorburn St via Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Brisbane to Nimbin?

The distance between Brisbane and Nimbin is 188 km. The road distance is 166.7 km.

How do I travel from Brisbane to Nimbin without a car?

The best way to get from Brisbane to Nimbin without a car is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs $100 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Brisbane to Nimbin?

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Brisbane to Nimbin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brisbane to Nimbin bus from?

Brisbane to Nimbin bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Roma Street Station, Stand F.

Train or bus from Brisbane to Nimbin?

The best way to get from Brisbane to Nimbin is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs $100 - $260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $23 - $35 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Brisbane to Nimbin bus arrive?

Brisbane to Nimbin bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St station.

Can I drive from Brisbane to Nimbin?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane to Nimbin is 167 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Brisbane to Nimbin.

Where can I stay near Nimbin?

There are 73+ hotels available in Nimbin.

Brisbane to Nimbin - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Brisbane to Nimbin by 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Kyogle Stationtrain 32
2h 35m
$103–252
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Roma Street Station, Stand F to Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth Stbus 176
4h 58m
$23–33
Drive 166.7 km
1. Drive from Brisbane to Nimbincar 166.7 km
2h 15m
$30–43

Brisbane to Nimbin by bus

14Weekly Buses

4h 58mAverage Duration

$23Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Brisbane to Nimbin.

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Distance: 187.9 km
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Brisbane, QLD, Australia and Nimbin, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Roma Street Station to Kyogle Station twice daily. Tickets cost $18–150 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Roma Street Station, Stand F to Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St twice daily. Tickets cost $18–26 and the journey takes 3h 28m.

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