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

The cheapest way to get from Goonellabah to Kempsey is to bus which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Goonellabah to Kempsey is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs $55 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Goonellabah and Kempsey?

No, there is no direct bus from Goonellabah to Kempsey. However, there are services departing from Bruxner Cres After Ballina Rd and arriving at Kempsey via Lismore. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

How far is it from Goonellabah to Kempsey?

The distance between Goonellabah and Kempsey is 334 km. The road distance is 307.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Goonellabah to Kempsey without a car is to bus which takes 5h 53m and costs $50 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Goonellabah to Kempsey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Goonellabah to Kempsey bus from?

Goonellabah to Kempsey bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Lismore station.

Train or bus from Goonellabah to Kempsey?

The best way to get from Goonellabah to Kempsey is to bus which takes 5h 53m and costs $50 - $80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $190 and takes 7h 3m.

Where does the Goonellabah to Kempsey bus arrive?

Goonellabah to Kempsey bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Kempsey station.

Can I drive from Goonellabah to Kempsey?

Yes, the driving distance between Goonellabah to Kempsey is 308 km. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Goonellabah to Kempsey.

Where can I stay near Kempsey?

There are 166+ hotels available in Kempsey.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Goonellabah 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
best
1. Take the bus from Lismore to Kempseybus Pm11
5h 53m
$51–78
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Casino Station to Kempsey Stationtrain 34 / ...
7h 3m
$37–186
Drive 307.7 km
1. Drive from Goonellabah to Kempseycar 307.7 km
3h 27m
$55–80
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Interchange – Tamar Street to Urungabus Dt19
2. Take the train from Urunga Station to Kempsey Stationtrain 34 / ...
7h 3m
$114–278

Goonellabah to Kempsey by bus

7Weekly Buses

5h 53mAverage Duration

$51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 334 km
Duration: 5h 53m

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

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Lismore to Kempsey once daily. Tickets cost $45–70 and the journey takes 4h 40m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Casino Station to Kempsey Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $27–170 and the journey takes 4h 17m.

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