What is the cheapest way to get from Nimbin to Kotara?

The cheapest way to get from Nimbin to Kotara is to train via Casino which costs $60 - $240 and takes 12h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nimbin to Kotara?

The fastest way to get from Nimbin to Kotara is to drive which takes 6h 43m and costs $110 - $180.

Is there a direct bus between Nimbin and Kotara?

No, there is no direct bus from Nimbin to Kotara. However, there are services departing from Cullen St At Sibley St and arriving at Joslin St Opp Joslin St Shops via Lismore and Charlestown Square, Frederick St, Stand D. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 18m.

How far is it from Nimbin to Kotara?

The distance between Nimbin and Kotara is 708 km. The road distance is 614.9 km.

How do I travel from Nimbin to Kotara without a car?

The best way to get from Nimbin to Kotara without a car is to train which takes 10h 43m and costs $140 - $320.

How long does it take to get from Nimbin to Kotara?

It takes approximately 10h 43m to get from Nimbin to Kotara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nimbin to Kotara bus from?

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

Train or bus from Nimbin to Kotara?

The best way to get from Nimbin to Kotara is to train which takes 10h 43m and costs $140 - $320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $90 - $140 and takes 11h 18m.

Where does the Nimbin to Kotara bus arrive?

Nimbin to Kotara bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Charlestown station.

Can I drive from Nimbin to Kotara?

Yes, the driving distance between Nimbin to Kotara is 615 km. It takes approximately 6h 43m to drive from Nimbin to Kotara.

Where can I stay near Kotara?

There are 514+ hotels available in Kotara.

Nimbin to Kotara - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, line 605 bus

There are 9 ways to get from Nimbin to Kotara by train, bus, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyogle Station to Broadmeadow Station32
10h 43m
$141–319
Train via Casino
cheapest
1. Take the train from Casino Station to Broadmeadow Station34 / ...
12h 25m
$62–234
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lismore to CharlestownPm11
11h 18m
$90–132
Drive 614.9 km
1. Drive from Nimbin to Kotara614.9 km
6h 43m
$120–173
Bus, line 605 bus to Gold Coast Airport, fly to Newcastle Airport
1. Take the bus from Cullen St Before Sibley St to Brisbane St Opp Sunnyside Mall
2. Take the bus from Brisbane St Opp Sunnyside Mall to Wharf St Opp Tweed Heads Visitor Information Centre
3. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)OOL - NTL
6h 45m
Bus via Grafton
1. Take the bus from Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St to South Grafton Shopping Centre, Bent St695
2. Take the bus from Grafton to NewcastleSydney
13h 8m
$92–192
Bus to Gold Coast Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Cullen St Before Sibley St to Brisbane St Opp Sunnyside Mall
2. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)OOL - SYD
3. Take the train from Central Station to Kotara Station
8h 59m
Fly Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Sydney International Airport, train
1. Fly from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)BNK - SYD
2. Take the train from Central Station to Kotara Station
8h 34m
$113–442
Bus, bus to Brisbane Airport, fly to Newcastle 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 Newcastle Airport (NTL)BNE - NTL
8h 48m
$160–432

Nimbin to Kotara by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

11h 18mAverage Duration

$90Cheapest Price

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Distance: 707.6 km
Duration: 10h 43m

What companies run services between Nimbin, NSW, Australia and Kotara, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Kyogle Station to Broadmeadow Station twice daily. Tickets cost $50–210 and the journey takes 9h 51m. Alternatively, Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Lismore to Charlestown once daily. Tickets cost $80–120 and the journey takes 9h 15m.

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