What is the cheapest way to get from South West Rocks to Hornsby?

The cheapest way to get from South West Rocks to Hornsby is to bus and train which costs $30 - $55 and takes 8h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from South West Rocks to Hornsby?

The fastest way to get from South West Rocks to Hornsby is to drive which takes 4h 36m and costs $80 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between South West Rocks and Hornsby?

No, there is no direct bus from South West Rocks to Hornsby. However, there are services departing from Gregory St After Simpson St and arriving at Hornsby via Kempsey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 18m.

How far is it from South West Rocks to Hornsby?

The distance between South West Rocks and Hornsby is 504 km. The road distance is 427.4 km.

How do I travel from South West Rocks to Hornsby without a car?

The best way to get from South West Rocks to Hornsby without a car is to train which takes 8h 2m and costs $35 - $200.

How long does it take to get from South West Rocks to Hornsby?

It takes approximately 8h 2m to get from South West Rocks to Hornsby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South West Rocks to Hornsby bus from?

South West Rocks to Hornsby bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Kempsey station.

Train or bus from South West Rocks to Hornsby?

The best way to get from South West Rocks to Hornsby is to train which takes 8h 2m and costs $35 - $200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $90 and takes 8h 18m.

Where does the South West Rocks to Hornsby bus arrive?

South West Rocks to Hornsby bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Hornsby station.

Can I drive from South West Rocks to Hornsby?

Yes, the driving distance between South West Rocks to Hornsby is 427 km. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from South West Rocks to Hornsby.

Where can I stay near Hornsby?

There are 3966+ hotels available in Hornsby.

South West Rocks to Hornsby - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from South West Rocks to Hornsby by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Kempsey Station to Hornsby Station34 / ...
8h 2m
$35–195
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gregory St After Simpson St to Kemp St Before Tozer St
2. Take the bus from Kempsey Station, Coach Stop to Newcastle Interchange, Stand C152 / ...
3. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Hornsby StationCcn
8h 57m
$33–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kempsey to HornsbyPm11
8h 18m
$55–90
Drive 427.4 km
1. Drive from South West Rocks to Hornsby427.4 km
4h 36m
$81–118
Bus, bus to Port Macquarie, fly
1. Take the bus from Gregory St After Simpson St to Kemp St Before Tozer St
2. Take the bus from Belgrave St After Stuart St to Port Macquarie Airport
3. Fly from Port Macquarie (PQQ) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)PQQ - SYD
5h 49m
$167–363
Bus, train to Coffs Harbour Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Gregory St After Simpson St to Kemp St Before Tozer St
2. Take the train from Kempsey Station to Urunga Station
3. Fly from Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)CFS - SYD
7h 30m
$204–592

South West Rocks to Hornsby by bus, foot, and train

30Weekly Services

8h 2mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 503.6 km
Duration: 8h 2m

What companies run services between South West Rocks, NSW, Australia and Hornsby, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Kempsey Station to Hornsby Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $35–190 and the journey takes 6h 23m. Alternatively, Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Kempsey to Hornsby once daily. Tickets cost $55–85 and the journey takes 6h 30m.

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