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

The cheapest way to get from Lismore to Canberra is to train which costs $90 - $300 and takes 17h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lismore to Canberra is to bus and fly which takes 5h 4m and costs $180 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Lismore and Canberra?

No, there is no direct bus from Lismore to Canberra. However, there are services departing from Lismore and arriving at Canberra via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 56m.

How far is it from Lismore to Canberra?

The distance between Lismore and Canberra is 1031 km. The road distance is 986.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Lismore to Canberra without a car is to bus which takes 15h 56m and costs $140 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Lismore to Canberra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lismore to Canberra bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Lismore to Canberra?

The best way to get from Lismore to Canberra is to bus which takes 15h 56m and costs $140 - $240. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $240 - $650 and takes 7h 10m, you could also train, which costs $90 - $300 and takes 17h 55m.

Where does the Lismore to Canberra bus arrive?

Lismore to Canberra bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Lismore to Canberra?

Yes, the driving distance between Lismore to Canberra is 986 km. It takes approximately 10h 40m to drive from Lismore to Canberra.

Where can I stay near Canberra?

There are 879+ hotels available in Canberra.

Lismore to Canberra - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Lismore to Canberra by bus, plane, bus (Greyhound), 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 Gold Coast Airport, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St to Gold Coast Airportbus
2. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)plane OOL - CBR
5h 4m
$187–519
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Casino Station to Central Stationtrain 34 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Canberra Stationtrain 631 / ...
17h 55m
$91–295
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lismore to Central Stationbus Pm11
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Canberrabus
15h 56m
$148–231
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Casino Station to Central Stationtrain 34 / ...
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Canberrabus
16h 42m
$112–335
Drive 986.3 km
1. Drive from Lismore to Canberracar 986.3 km
10h 40m
$187–270
Fly from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport
1. Fly from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)plane BNK - CBR
7h 10m
$242–620
Bus to Coffs Harbour Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Lismore to Coffs Harbourbus
2. Fly from Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)plane CFS - CBR
7h 13m
$372–713
Train via Sydney
1. Take the train from Casino Station to Central Stationtrain 34 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Canberra Stationtrain 635 / ...
18h 13m
$91–295
Bus via Grafton
1. Take the bus from Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St to South Grafton Shopping Centre, Bent Stbus 695
2. Take the bus from Grafton to Central Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Sydney International Airport to Canberrabus
18h 29m
$164–336

Lismore to Canberra by bus

7Weekly Buses

15h 56mAverage Duration

$148Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,031.2 km
Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Lismore, NSW, Australia and Canberra, ACT, Australia?

You can take a bus from Lismore to Canberra via Central Station in around 15h 56m. Alternatively, Qantas, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar fly from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK) to Canberra International Airport (CBR) every 4 hours.

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