What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney to Lismore?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Lismore is to train which costs $60 - $240 and takes 12h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney to Lismore?

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Lismore is to fly and line 661 bus which takes 5h 26m and costs $100 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Lismore?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Central Station station and arriving at Lismore. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 30m.

How far is it from Sydney to Lismore?

The distance between Sydney and Lismore is 662 km. The road distance is 721.1 km.

How do I travel from Sydney to Lismore without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney to Lismore without a car is to bus which takes 12h 30m and costs $95 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Sydney to Lismore?

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Sydney to Lismore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Lismore bus from?

Sydney to Lismore bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Sydney to Lismore?

The best way to get from Sydney to Lismore is to bus which takes 12h 30m and costs $95 - $140. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $240 and takes 12h 52m.

Where does the Sydney to Lismore bus arrive?

Sydney to Lismore bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Lismore station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Lismore?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Lismore is 721 km. It takes approximately 7h 48m to drive from Sydney to Lismore.

Where can I stay near Lismore?

There are 70+ hotels available in Lismore.

Sydney to Lismore - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, line 661 bus, and bus

There are 9 ways to get from Sydney to Lismore by plane, bus, train, car, 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.

Fly to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, line 661 bus
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK)plane SYD - BNK
2. Take the bus from Ballina Central, Kerr St to Lismore Square, Brewster Stbus
5h 26m
$101–364
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Casino Stationtrain 33 / ...
12h 52m
$64–235
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Lismorebus Pm12
12h 30m
$95–140
Drive 721.1 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Lismorecar 721.1 km
7h 48m
$129–186
Fly to Gold Coast Airport, bus
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane SYD - OOL
2. Take the bus from Gold Coast Airport to Byron Baybus
3. Take the bus from Byron Bay Interchange, Stand C to Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth Stbus
6h 10m
$137–399
Fly to Coffs Harbour Airport, bus
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS)plane SYD - CFS
2. Take the bus from Coffs Harbour to Lismorebus
7h 48m
$197–393
Fly to Brisbane Airport, train
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane SYD - BNE
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Casino Stationtrain
8h 23m
$151–477
Train via Central Station
1. Take the train from Central Station to Casino Stationtrain 31
12h 59m
$64–235
Bus via Grafton
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Graftonbus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Bent St At Spring St to Molesworth St After Conway Stbus 695
13h 18m
$109–224

Sydney to Lismore by bus

7Weekly Buses

12h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 661.7 km
Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Lismore, NSW, Australia?

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Central Station to Lismore once daily. Tickets cost $95–140 and the journey takes 12h 30m. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Central Station to Casino Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $55–230 and the journey takes 11h 25m.

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