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

The cheapest way to get from Merimbula to Kempsey is to bus and train which costs $95 - $140 and takes 18h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merimbula to Kempsey is to fly and bus which takes 5h 46m and costs $350 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Merimbula and Kempsey?

No, there is no direct bus from Merimbula to Kempsey station. However, there are services departing from Park St At Wonga St and arriving at Kempsey Station, Coach Stop via Canberra and Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 58m.

How far is it from Merimbula to Kempsey?

The distance between Merimbula and Kempsey is 717 km. The road distance is 852.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Merimbula to Kempsey without a car is to bus and train via Canberra which takes 16h 51m and costs $80 - $280.

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

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Merimbula to Kempsey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merimbula to Kempsey bus from?

Merimbula to Kempsey bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Park St At Wonga St station.

Where does the Merimbula to Kempsey bus arrive?

Merimbula to Kempsey bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St station.

Can I drive from Merimbula to Kempsey?

Yes, the driving distance between Merimbula to Kempsey is 853 km. It takes approximately 10h 13m to drive from Merimbula to Kempsey.

Where can I stay near Kempsey?

There are 174+ hotels available in Kempsey.

Merimbula to Kempsey - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Merimbula to Kempsey by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound), 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.

Fly Merimbula Airport to Port Macquarie, bus
best
1. Fly from Merimbula Airport (MIM) to Port Macquarie (PQQ)MIM - PQQ
2. Take the bus from Port Macquarie Airport to Belgrave St At John St
5h 46m
$353–597
Bus, train via Canberra
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park St At Wonga St to Canberra Station, Coach Stop772
2. Take the train from Canberra Station to Strathfield Station632 / ...
3. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Kempsey Station33 / ...
16h 51m
$84–275
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park St At Wonga St to Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St772
2. Take the bus from Canberra to Central Station
3. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Kempsey Station, Coach Stop151 / ...
16h 58m
$108–177
Drive 852.8 km
1. Drive from Merimbula to Kempsey852.8 km
10h 13m
$168–242
Fly Merimbula Airport to Coffs Harbour Airport, train
1. Fly from Merimbula Airport (MIM) to Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS)MIM - CFS
2. Take the train from Coffs Harbour Station to Kempsey Station
10h 44m
$428–1,186
Bus to Canberra International Airport, fly to Port Macquarie, bus
1. Take the bus from Park St At Wonga St to Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St
2. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Port Macquarie (PQQ)CBR - PQQ
3. Take the bus from Port Macquarie Airport to Belgrave St At John St
10h 50m
$481–796
Bus to Moruya Airport, fly to Port Macquarie, bus
1. Take the bus from Park St At Wonga St to Apex Park, Vulcan St
2. Fly from Moruya Airport (MYA) to Port Macquarie (PQQ)MYA - PQQ
3. Take the bus from Port Macquarie Airport to Belgrave St At John St
9h 42m
$369–526
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Merimbula to Central StationPm1
2. Take the train from Central Station to Kempsey Station33 / ...
18h
$105–281
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Merimbula to Central StationPm1
2. Take the train from Central Station to Newcastle InterchangeCcn
3. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to Kempsey Station, Coach Stop151 / ...
18h 32m
$99–139

Merimbula to Kempsey by bus and train

12Weekly Services

16h 51mAverage Duration

$84Cheapest Price

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Distance: 717.4 km
Duration: 5h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Park St At Wonga St to Kempsey Station, Coach Stop via Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St, Canberra, and Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 in around 16h 58m.

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