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

The cheapest way to get from Kempsey to Bowen is to bus which costs $230 - $340 and takes 32h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kempsey to Bowen is to bus and fly and train which takes 9h 8m and costs $500 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Kempsey and Bowen?

No, there is no direct bus from Kempsey to Bowen. However, there are services departing from Kempsey and arriving at Bowen via Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 15m.

How far is it from Kempsey to Bowen?

The distance between Kempsey and Bowen is 1420 km. The road distance is 1627.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kempsey to Bowen without a car is to train which takes 24h 12m and costs $110 - $4,500.

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

It takes approximately 9h 8m to get from Kempsey to Bowen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kempsey to Bowen bus from?

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

Train or bus from Kempsey to Bowen?

The best way to get from Kempsey to Bowen is to train which takes 24h 12m and costs $110 - $4,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $230 - $340 and takes 32h 15m.

Where does the Kempsey to Bowen bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Kempsey and Bowen?

Bowen is 1h behind Kempsey. It is currently 3:44 AM in Kempsey and 2:44 AM in Bowen.

Can I drive from Kempsey to Bowen?

Yes, the driving distance between Kempsey to Bowen is 1628 km. It takes approximately 18h 33m to drive from Kempsey to Bowen.

Where can I stay near Bowen?

There are 27+ hotels available in Bowen.

Kempsey to Bowen - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Kempsey to Bowen by bus, plane, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus to Port Macquarie, fly to Whitsunday Coast Airport, train
best
1. Take the bus from Belgrave St After Stuart St to Port Macquarie Airportbus
2. Fly from Port Macquarie (PQQ) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)plane PQQ - PPP
3. Take the train from Proserpine to Bowentrain
9h 8m
$536–1,059
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kempsey Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Bowentrain Spirit of Queensland
24h 12m
$112–4,407
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kempsey to Brisbanebus Pm12
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Bowenbus Pm16
32h 15m
$235–335
Drive 1,627.8 km
1. Drive from Kempsey to Bowencar 1,627.8 km
18h 33m
$290–419
Train to Coffs Harbour Airport, fly to Whitsunday Coast Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kempsey Station to Urunga Stationtrain
2. Fly from Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) to Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)plane CFS - PPP
3. Take the train from Proserpine to Bowentrain
10h 40m
$254–1,210
Bus to Port Macquarie, fly to Mackay, train
1. Take the bus from Belgrave St After Stuart St to Port Macquarie Airportbus
2. Fly from Port Macquarie (PQQ) to Mackay (MKY)plane PQQ - MKY
3. Take the train from Mackay to Bowentrain
11h 49m
$457–1,748
Bus via Coffs Harbour
1. Take the bus from Elbow St After Tozer St to Macksville Aquatic Centre, Cooper Stbus 468
2. Take the bus from Macksville Post Office, Cooper St to Park Av Opp Little Stbus 360
3. Take the bus from Coffs Harbour to Brisbanebus
4. Take the bus from Brisbane to Bowenbus
34h 14m
$252–586

Kempsey to Bowen by bus

7Weekly Buses

32h 15mAverage Duration

$235Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,419.9 km
Duration: 9h 8m

What companies run services between Kempsey, NSW, Australia and Bowen, QLD, Australia?

You can take a train from Kempsey Station to Bowen via Roma Street Station, Roma Street, and Bowen in around 24h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kempsey to Bowen via Brisbane and Brisbane Roma Street in around 32h 15m.

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