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

The cheapest way to get from Parkes to Merimbula is to bus which costs $55 - $85 and takes 11h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Parkes to Merimbula is to drive and fly which takes 5h 39m and costs $360 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Parkes and Merimbula?

No, there is no direct bus from Parkes station to Merimbula. However, there are services departing from Parkes Station, Coach Stop and arriving at Park St At Wonga St via Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 5 and Canberra Station, Coach Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 22m.

How far is it from Parkes to Merimbula?

The distance between Parkes and Merimbula is 514 km. The road distance is 529.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Parkes to Merimbula without a car is to bus which takes 11h 22m and costs $55 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Parkes to Merimbula, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Parkes to Merimbula bus from?

Parkes to Merimbula bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Parkes Station, Coach Stop.

Bus or fly from Parkes to Merimbula?

The best way to get from Parkes to Merimbula is to bus which takes 11h 22m and costs $55 - $85. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $360 - $1,000 and takes 22h 47m.

Where does the Parkes to Merimbula bus arrive?

Parkes to Merimbula bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 2.

Can I drive from Parkes to Merimbula?

Yes, the driving distance between Parkes to Merimbula is 529 km. It takes approximately 6h 28m to drive from Parkes to Merimbula.

Where can I stay near Merimbula?

There are 328+ hotels available in Merimbula.

Parkes to Merimbula - 5 ways to travel via car, plane, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Parkes to Merimbula by car, plane, or bus

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

Drive to Orange Airport, fly
best
1. Drive from Parkes to Orange-Airport-OAG
2. Fly from Orange Airport (OAG) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)OAG - MIM
5h 39m
$361–931
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parkes Station, Coach Stop to Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 2792
2. Take the bus from Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 5 to Canberra Station, Coach Stop782 / ...
3. Take the bus from Canberra Station, Coach Stop to Park St At Wonga St771
11h 22m
$55–84
Drive 529.3 km
1. Drive from Parkes to Merimbula529.3 km
6h 28m
$101–145
Fly from Parkes
1. Fly from Parkes (PKE) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)PKE - MIM
22h 47m
$362–1,002
Bus to Dubbo City Regional Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Parkes Station, Coach Stop to Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1
2. Fly from Dubbo City Regional Airport (DBO) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)DBO - MIM
6h 55m
$463–1,242

Parkes to Merimbula by bus

6Weekly Buses

11h 22mAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 513.7 km
Duration: 5h 39m

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

You can take a bus from Parkes Station, Coach Stop to Park St At Wonga St via Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 5 and Canberra Station, Coach Stop in around 11h 22m. Alternatively, Regional Express and Qantas fly from Parkes (PKE) to Merimbula Airport (MIM) twice daily.

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