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

The cheapest way to get from Hornsby to Nimbin is to train via Casino which costs $65 - $240 and takes 13h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hornsby to Nimbin is to fly and line 661 bus which takes 7h 33m and costs $110 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Hornsby and Nimbin?

No, there is no direct bus from Hornsby to Nimbin. However, there are services departing from Hornsby and arriving at Cullen St Before Thorburn St via Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 10m.

How far is it from Hornsby to Nimbin?

The distance between Hornsby and Nimbin is 831 km. The road distance is 729.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Hornsby to Nimbin without a car is to train which takes 11h 53m and costs $140 - $340.

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

It takes approximately 11h 53m to get from Hornsby to Nimbin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hornsby to Nimbin bus from?

Hornsby to Nimbin bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Hornsby station.

Train or bus from Hornsby to Nimbin?

The best way to get from Hornsby to Nimbin is to train which takes 11h 53m and costs $140 - $340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $140 and takes 13h 10m.

Where does the Hornsby to Nimbin bus arrive?

Hornsby to Nimbin bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Lismore station.

Can I drive from Hornsby to Nimbin?

Yes, the driving distance between Hornsby to Nimbin is 729 km. It takes approximately 7h 54m to drive from Hornsby to Nimbin.

Where can I stay near Nimbin?

There are 73+ hotels available in Nimbin.

Hornsby to Nimbin - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Hornsby to Nimbin by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Hornsby Station to Kyogle Stationtrain 31
11h 53m
$143–335
Train via Casino
cheapest
1. Take the train from Hornsby Station to Casino Stationtrain 33 / ...
13h 43m
$68–239
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hornsby to Lismorebus Pm12
13h 10m
$101–140
Drive 729.2 km
1. Drive from Hornsby to Nimbincar 729.2 km
7h 54m
$136–196
Fly Sydney International Airport to Gold Coast Airport, line 605 bus, bus
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane SYD - OOL
2. Take the bus from Tweed Mall, Wharf St to Brisbane St Opp Sunnyside Mallbus
3. Take the bus from Brisbane St Opp Sunnyside Mall to Nimbin Central Schoolbus
7h 42m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Hornsby Station to Newcastle Interchangetrain Ccn
2. Take the bus from Newcastle to Graftonbus
3. Take the bus from Bent St At Spring St to Molesworth St After Conway Stbus 695
16h 5m
$100–202
Fly Sydney International Airport to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, line 661 bus
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK)plane SYD - BNK
2. Take the bus from Ballina Central, Kerr St to Molesworth St After Conway Stbus
7h 33m
$119–414
Train to Newcastle Airport, fly to Gold Coast Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Hornsby Station to Hamilton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane NTL - OOL
3. Take the bus from Brisbane St Opp Sunnyside Mall to Nimbin Central Schoolbus
9h 20m
Fly Sydney International Airport to Coffs Harbour Airport, bus
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS)plane SYD - CFS
2. Take the bus from Coffs Harbour to Lismorebus
9h 47m
$218–460

Hornsby to Nimbin by bus

7Weekly Buses

13h 10mAverage Duration

$101Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 831.5 km
Duration: 11h 53m

What companies run services between Hornsby, NSW, Australia and Nimbin, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Hornsby Station to Kyogle Station twice daily. Tickets cost $55–230 and the journey takes 11h 23m. Alternatively, Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Hornsby to Lismore once daily. Tickets cost $90–140 and the journey takes 11h 40m.

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