What is the cheapest way to get from Hornsby to South West Rocks?

The cheapest way to get from Hornsby to South West Rocks is to bus which costs $30 - $55 and takes 8h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hornsby to South West Rocks?

The fastest way to get from Hornsby to South West Rocks is to drive which takes 4h 34m and costs $80 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Hornsby and South West Rocks?

No, there is no direct bus from Hornsby station to South West Rocks. However, there are services departing from Hornsby Station, Stand A and arriving at Gregory St After Simpson St via Kemp St Before Edinburgh Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 43m.

How far is it from Hornsby to South West Rocks?

The distance between Hornsby and South West Rocks is 506 km. The road distance is 426.9 km.

How do I travel from Hornsby to South West Rocks without a car?

The best way to get from Hornsby to South West Rocks without a car is to train which takes 8h 24m and costs $35 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Hornsby to South West Rocks?

It takes approximately 8h 24m to get from Hornsby to South West Rocks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hornsby to South West Rocks bus from?

Hornsby to South West Rocks bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Hornsby Station, Stand A.

Train or bus from Hornsby to South West Rocks?

The best way to get from Hornsby to South West Rocks is to train which takes 8h 24m and costs $35 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $55 and takes 8h 43m.

Where does the Hornsby to South West Rocks bus arrive?

Hornsby to South West Rocks bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Kempsey Station, Coach Stop.

Can I drive from Hornsby to South West Rocks?

Yes, the driving distance between Hornsby to South West Rocks is 427 km. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Hornsby to South West Rocks.

Where can I stay near South West Rocks?

There are 284+ hotels available in South West Rocks.

Hornsby to South West Rocks - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Hornsby to South West Rocks 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 Kempsey Station33 / ...
8h 24m
$39–188
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hornsby Station, Stand A to Kempsey Station, Coach Stop155 / ...
8h 43m
$34–52
Drive 426.9 km
1. Drive from Hornsby to South West Rocks426.9 km
4h 34m
$81–117
Train, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Hornsby Station to Central Station
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Port Macquarie (PQQ)SYD - PQQ
3. Take the bus from Port Macquarie Airport to Belgrave St At John St
6h 22m
$169–365
Bus via First Lane At Smith St
1. Take the bus from Hornsby to KempseyPm12
9h 36m
$61–92

Hornsby to South West Rocks by train, foot, and bus

30Weekly Services

8h 24mAverage Duration

$39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 506.2 km
Duration: 8h 24m

What companies run services between Hornsby, NSW, Australia and South West Rocks, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Hornsby Station to Kempsey Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $35–190 and the journey takes 6h 31m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Hornsby Station, Stand A to Kempsey Station, Coach Stop 4 times a day. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 6h 50m.

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