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 29m.

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 38m and costs $350 - $850.

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 Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 29m.

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 29m and costs $55 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m 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.

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 29m to drive from Parkes to Merimbula.

Where can I stay near Merimbula?

There are 330+ 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-OAGcar
2. Fly from Orange Airport (OAG) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)plane OAG - MIM
5h 38m
$351–831
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parkes Station, Coach Stop to Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 2bus 792
2. Take the bus from Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 5 to Alinga St After Marcus Clarke Stbus 782 / ...
3. Take the bus from Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St to Park St At Wonga Stbus 771
11h 29m
$55–83
Drive 529.3 km
1. Drive from Parkes to Merimbulacar 529.3 km
6h 29m
$101–146
Bus to Dubbo City Regional Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Parkes Station, Coach Stop to Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1bus
2. Fly from Dubbo City Regional Airport (DBO) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)plane DBO - MIM
7h 9m
$453–1,242
Bus via Canberra
1. Take the bus from Parkes Station, Coach Stop to Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 2bus 792
2. Take the bus from Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 1 to Canberra Hospital, Yamba Drbus 704
3. Take the bus from Yamba Dr Opp Canberra Hospital to Park St At Wonga Stbus 771
11h 47m
$56–83

Parkes to Merimbula by bus

6Weekly Buses

11h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 513.7 km
Duration: 5h 38m

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 Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St in around 11h 29m.

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