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

The cheapest way to get from Lismore to Merimbula is to train and bus via Canberra which costs $110 - $330 and takes 22h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lismore to Merimbula is to bus and fly which takes 7h 23m and costs $380 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Lismore and Merimbula?

No, there is no direct bus from Lismore to Merimbula. However, there are services departing from Lismore and arriving at Park St At Wonga St via Central Station and Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 15m.

How far is it from Lismore to Merimbula?

The distance between Lismore and Merimbula is 1161 km. The road distance is 1156.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Lismore to Merimbula without a car is to bus via Canberra which takes 21h 15m and costs $160 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 7h 23m to get from Lismore to Merimbula, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lismore to Merimbula bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Lismore to Merimbula?

The best way to get from Lismore to Merimbula is to bus via Canberra which takes 21h 15m and costs $160 - $270. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $550 - $2,700 and takes 7h 33m.

Where does the Lismore to Merimbula bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lismore to Merimbula?

Yes, the driving distance between Lismore to Merimbula is 1156 km. It takes approximately 13h 28m to drive from Lismore to Merimbula.

Where can I stay near Merimbula?

There are 326+ hotels available in Merimbula.

Lismore to Merimbula - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Lismore to Merimbula 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 to Merimbula Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St to Gold Coast Airport
2. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)OOL - MIM
7h 23m
$386–813
Train, bus via Canberra
cheapest
1. Take the train from Casino Station to Strathfield Station34 / ...
2. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Canberra Station633 / ...
3. Take the bus from Canberra Station, Coach Stop to Park St At Wonga St771
22h 29m
$111–330
Bus via Canberra
1. Take the bus from Lismore to Central Station
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Canberra
3. Take the bus from Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St to Park St At Wonga St771
21h 15m
$169–266
Drive 1,156.2 km
1. Drive from Lismore to Merimbula1,156.2 km
13h 28m
$221–320
Fly Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Merimbula Airport
1. Fly from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)BNK - MIM
7h 33m
$560–2,617
Bus to Coffs Harbour Airport, fly to Merimbula Airport
1. Take the bus from Lismore to Coffs Harbour
2. Fly from Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)CFS - MIM
9h 22m
$500–1,357
Bus to Gold Coast Airport, fly to Canberra International Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St to Gold Coast Airport
2. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)OOL - CBR
3. Take the bus from Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St to Park St At Wonga St
10h 21m
$209–573
Bus, bus to Brisbane Airport, fly to Merimbula Airport
1. Take the bus from Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St to Byron Bay Interchange, Stand C
2. Take the bus from Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station to Brisbane International
3. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)BNE - MIM
9h 15m
$521–942
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Casino Station to Central Station34 / ...
2. Take the bus from Central Station to MerimbulaPm2
23h 22m
$122–330
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St to South Grafton Shopping Centre, Bent St695
2. Take the bus from Grafton to Central Station
3. Take the bus from Central Station to MerimbulaPm2
23h 52m
$161–308

Lismore to Merimbula by bus

7Weekly Buses

21h 15mAverage Duration

$169Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,160.7 km
Duration: 7h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Lismore to Park St At Wonga St via Central Station, Canberra, and Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St in around 21h 15m. Alternatively, Qantas, Regional Express, and Jetstar fly from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK) to Merimbula Airport (MIM) once daily.

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