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

The cheapest way to get from Kempsey to Lismore is to bus via Grafton which costs $22 - $35 and takes 5h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kempsey to Lismore is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Kempsey and Lismore?

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

How far is it from Kempsey to Lismore?

The distance between Kempsey and Lismore is 328 km. The road distance is 306.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kempsey to Lismore without a car is to bus which takes 5h and costs $45 - $70.

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

The bus from Kempsey to Lismore takes 5h including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Kempsey to Lismore bus from?

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

Train or bus from Kempsey to Lismore?

The best way to get from Kempsey to Lismore is to bus which takes 5h and costs $45 - $70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $180 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Kempsey to Lismore bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kempsey to Lismore?

Yes, the driving distance between Kempsey to Lismore is 307 km. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Kempsey to Lismore.

Where can I stay near Lismore?

There are 73+ hotels available in Lismore.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Kempsey to Lismore by bus, 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
best
1. Take the bus from Kempsey to Lismorebus Pm12
5h
$45–70
Bus via Grafton
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kempsey Station, Coach Stop to Grafton Station, Coach Stopbus 155 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bent St At Spring St to Molesworth St After Conway Stbus 695
5h 53m
$22–33
Train
1. Take the train from Kempsey Station to Casino Stationtrain 33 / ...
5h 40m
$33–171
Drive 306.6 km
1. Drive from Kempsey to Lismorecar 306.6 km
3h 22m
$56–81

Kempsey to Lismore by bus

7Weekly Buses

5hAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kempsey to Lismore.

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Distance: 327.5 km
Duration: 5h

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

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Kempsey to Lismore once daily. Tickets cost $45–70 and the journey takes 5h. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Kempsey Station to Casino Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $27–170 and the journey takes 4h 13m.

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