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

The cheapest way to get from South West Rocks to Lismore is to bus via Ballina Service Center which costs $35 - $80 and takes 9h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from South West Rocks to Lismore is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs $55 - $80.

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

No, there is no direct bus from South West Rocks to Lismore. However, there are services departing from Gregory St After Simpson St and arriving at Lismore via Kempsey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

How far is it from South West Rocks to Lismore?

The distance between South West Rocks and Lismore is 331 km. The road distance is 300.4 km.

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

The best way to get from South West Rocks to Lismore without a car is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs $100 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from South West Rocks to Lismore, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from South West Rocks to Lismore?

The best way to get from South West Rocks to Lismore is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs $100 - $260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $75 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the South West Rocks to Lismore bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from South West Rocks to Lismore?

Yes, the driving distance between South West Rocks to Lismore is 300 km. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from South West Rocks to Lismore.

Where can I stay near Lismore?

There are 76+ hotels available in Lismore.

South West Rocks to Lismore - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from South West Rocks to Lismore by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Eungai Station to Casino Stationtrain 33
5h 41m
$107–260
Bus via Ballina Service Center
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gregory St After Simpson St to Kemp St After Tozer Stbus S777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kempsey to Ballina Service Centerbus Au001
9h 34m
$39–79
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kempsey to Lismorebus Pm12
6h 48m
$45–75
Drive 300.4 km
1. Drive from South West Rocks to Lismorecar 300.4 km
3h 20m
$56–80

South West Rocks to Lismore by bus

7Weekly Buses

6h 48mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 330.8 km
Duration: 5h 41m

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

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Eungai Station to Casino Station twice daily. Tickets cost $25–160 and the journey takes 3h 49m. Alternatively, Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Kempsey to Lismore once daily. Tickets cost $45–70 and the journey takes 5h.

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