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

The cheapest way to get from Kempsey to Cessnock is to bus which costs $27 - $40 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Kempsey to Cessnock is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs $55 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Kempsey and Cessnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Kempsey station to Cessnock. However, there are services departing from Kempsey Station, Coach Stop and arriving at Vincent St At Edward St via Maitland Station, Railway St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Kempsey to Cessnock?

The distance between Kempsey and Cessnock is 337 km. The road distance is 298.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kempsey to Cessnock without a car is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs $30 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Kempsey to Cessnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kempsey to Cessnock bus from?

Kempsey to Cessnock bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Kempsey Station, Coach Stop.

Train or bus from Kempsey to Cessnock?

The best way to get from Kempsey to Cessnock is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs $30 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus via Woodberry, which costs $50 - $75 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Kempsey to Cessnock bus arrive?

Kempsey to Cessnock bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Maitland Station, Station St.

Can I drive from Kempsey to Cessnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Kempsey to Cessnock is 299 km. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Kempsey to Cessnock.

Where can I stay near Cessnock?

There are 565+ hotels available in Cessnock.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Kempsey to Cessnock by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Kempsey Station to Maitland Stationtrain 34 / ...
5h 22m
$31–167
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kempsey Station, Coach Stop to Maitland Station, Station Stbus 3408 / ...
6h
$27–39
Bus via Woodberry
1. Take the bus from Kempsey to Hexhambus Pm11
5h 48m
$51–73
Drive 298.6 km
1. Drive from Kempsey to Cessnockcar 298.6 km
3h 20m
$56–80

Kempsey to Cessnock by train and bus

28Weekly Services

5h 22mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 337.5 km
Duration: 5h 22m

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

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Kempsey Station to Maitland Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $28–170 and the journey takes 4h 17m. Alternatively, Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Kempsey to Hexham once daily. Tickets cost $40–65 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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