What is the cheapest way to get from Kempsey to Nelson Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Kempsey to Nelson Bay is to bus which costs $28 - $45 and takes 6h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kempsey to Nelson Bay?

The fastest way to get from Kempsey to Nelson Bay is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Kempsey and Nelson Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Kempsey station to Nelson Bay. However, there are services departing from Kempsey Station, Coach Stop and arriving at Donald St Before Stockton St via Newcastle Interchange, Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Kempsey to Nelson Bay?

The distance between Kempsey and Nelson Bay is 370 km. The road distance is 283.4 km.

How do I travel from Kempsey to Nelson Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Kempsey to Nelson Bay without a car is to bus via Newcastle which takes 6h 26m and costs $50 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Kempsey to Nelson Bay?

It takes approximately 6h 26m to get from Kempsey to Nelson Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kempsey to Nelson Bay bus from?

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

Where does the Kempsey to Nelson Bay bus arrive?

Kempsey to Nelson Bay bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Newcastle Interchange, Stand C station.

Can I drive from Kempsey to Nelson Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Kempsey to Nelson Bay is 283 km. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Kempsey to Nelson Bay.

Where can I stay near Nelson Bay?

There are 1393+ hotels available in Nelson Bay.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Kempsey to Nelson Bay 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 via Newcastle
best
1. Take the bus from Kempsey to Newcastlebus Pm11
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand A to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
6h 26m
$53–73
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kempsey Station, Coach Stop to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Cbus 152 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand A to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
6h 38m
$28–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kempsey Station to Broadmeadow Stationtrain 34 / ...
2. Take the bus from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St to Donald St Before Stockton Stbus 130 / ...
6h 35m
$39–179
Drive 283.4 km
1. Drive from Kempsey to Nelson Baycar 283.4 km
3h 8m
$51–73

Kempsey to Nelson Bay by bus and tram

7Weekly Services

6h 26mAverage Duration

$53Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 370.3 km
Duration: 6h 26m

What companies run services between Kempsey, NSW, Australia and Nelson Bay, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Kempsey to Donald St Before Stockton St via Newcastle, Newcastle Beach station, Newcastle Interchange station, and Newcastle Interchange, Stand A in around 6h 26m.

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