What is the cheapest way to get from Cessnock to Kiama?

The cheapest way to get from Cessnock to Kiama is to bus and train which costs $20 - $30 and takes 6h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cessnock to Kiama?

The fastest way to get from Cessnock to Kiama is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Cessnock and Kiama?

No, there is no direct bus from Cessnock to Kiama. However, there are services departing from Cessnock City Library, Vincent St and arriving at Kiama Bombo via Maitland Station, Station St and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 7m.

How far is it from Cessnock to Kiama?

The distance between Cessnock and Kiama is 294 km. The road distance is 257.9 km.

How do I travel from Cessnock to Kiama without a car?

The best way to get from Cessnock to Kiama without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 10m and costs $20 - $30.

How long does it take to get from Cessnock to Kiama?

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Cessnock to Kiama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cessnock to Kiama bus from?

Cessnock to Kiama bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Maitland Station, Station St.

Train or bus from Cessnock to Kiama?

The best way to get from Cessnock to Kiama is to train which takes 7h 13m and costs $30 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $70 and takes 8h 7m.

Where does the Cessnock to Kiama bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cessnock to Kiama?

Yes, the driving distance between Cessnock to Kiama is 258 km. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Cessnock to Kiama.

Where can I stay near Kiama?

There are 630+ hotels available in Kiama.

Cessnock to Kiama - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cessnock to Kiama 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 Cessnock City Library, Vincent St to Morisset Station, Stand C163
2. Take the train from Morisset Station to Central StationCcn
3. Take the train from Central Station to Kiama StationSco
6h 10m
$20–30
Bus, train via Wollongong Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cessnock City Library, Vincent St to Morisset Station, Stand C163
2. Take the train from Morisset Station to Central StationCcn
3. Take the bus from Central Station, Eddy Av, Stand A to Wollongong Station, Station St
6h 35m
$19–34
Drive 257.9 km
1. Drive from Cessnock to Kiama257.9 km
3h 14m
$51–74
Train
1. Take the train from Maitland Station to Central Station34 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Kiama StationSco
7h 13m
$31–166
Bus
1. Take the bus from Maitland Station, Station St to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 12404 / ...
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Kiama BomboPm2
8h 7m
$43–67

Cessnock to Kiama by bus and train

28Weekly Services

6h 10mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 294 km
Duration: 6h 10m

What companies run services between Cessnock, NSW, Australia and Kiama, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Cessnock City Library, Vincent St to Kiama Station via Maitland Station, Railway St, Maitland Station, and Central Station in around 7h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cessnock City Library, Vincent St to Kiama Bombo via Maitland Station, Railway St, Maitland Station, Station St, and Central Station in around 8h 7m.

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