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

The cheapest way to get from Kempsey to Brisbane is to train which costs $35 - $190 and takes 6h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kempsey to Brisbane is to bus and fly which takes 3h 27m and costs $230 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Kempsey and Brisbane?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kempsey and arriving at Brisbane. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Kempsey and Brisbane?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kempsey Station station and arriving at Roma Street Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Kempsey to Brisbane?

The distance between Kempsey and Brisbane is 511 km. The road distance is 491.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kempsey to Brisbane without a car is to train which takes 6h 59m and costs $35 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Kempsey to Brisbane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kempsey to Brisbane bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kempsey to Brisbane train from?

Kempsey to Brisbane train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Kempsey Station.

Train or bus from Kempsey to Brisbane?

The best way to get from Kempsey to Brisbane is to train which takes 6h 59m and costs $35 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $110 and takes 10h 5m.

Where does the Kempsey to Brisbane bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Kempsey and Brisbane?

Brisbane is 1h behind Kempsey. It is currently 9:55 PM in Kempsey and 8:55 PM in Brisbane.

Where does the Kempsey to Brisbane train arrive?

Kempsey to Brisbane train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from Kempsey to Brisbane?

Yes, the driving distance between Kempsey to Brisbane is 492 km. It takes approximately 5h 15m to drive from Kempsey to Brisbane.

Where can I stay near Brisbane?

There are 2349+ hotels available in Brisbane.

Kempsey to Brisbane - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kempsey to Brisbane by bus, plane, 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 to Port Macquarie, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Belgrave St After Stuart St to Port Macquarie Airportbus
2. Fly from Port Macquarie (PQQ) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane PQQ - BNE
3h 27m
$232–632
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kempsey Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
6h 59m
$35–190
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kempsey to Brisbanebus Pm12
10h 5m
$75–110
Drive 491.6 km
1. Drive from Kempsey to Brisbanecar 491.6 km
5h 15m
$90–129
Train to Coffs Harbour Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kempsey Station to Urunga Stationtrain
2. Fly from Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane CFS - BNE
4h 59m
$300–883

Kempsey to Brisbane by train

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6h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 511 km
Duration: 3h 27m

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

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Kempsey Station to Roma Street Station twice daily. Tickets cost $35–190 and the journey takes 6h 59m. Alternatively, Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Kempsey to Brisbane once daily. Tickets cost $75–110 and the journey takes 10h 5m.

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