What is the cheapest way to get from Yamba to Kempsey?

The cheapest way to get from Yamba to Kempsey is to bus which costs $35 - $65 and takes 4h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Yamba to Kempsey?

The fastest way to get from Yamba to Kempsey is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Yamba and Kempsey?

No, there is no direct bus from Yamba to Kempsey. However, there are services departing from Coldstream St At River St and arriving at Kempsey via MacLean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Yamba to Kempsey?

The distance between Yamba and Kempsey is 255 km. The road distance is 240 km.

How do I travel from Yamba to Kempsey without a car?

The best way to get from Yamba to Kempsey without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 51m and costs $28 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Yamba to Kempsey?

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Yamba to Kempsey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Yamba to Kempsey bus from?

Yamba to Kempsey bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from MacLean station.

Where does the Yamba to Kempsey bus arrive?

Yamba to Kempsey bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Kempsey station.

Can I drive from Yamba to Kempsey?

Yes, the driving distance between Yamba to Kempsey is 240 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Yamba to Kempsey.

Where can I stay near Kempsey?

There are 173+ hotels available in Kempsey.

Yamba to Kempsey - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Yamba to Kempsey by 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Claude St At Wooli St to Grafton Station, Coach Stop144
2. Take the train from Grafton Station to Kempsey Station34 / ...
4h 51m
$29–163
Bus
1. Take the bus from MacLean to KempseyPm11
4h 59m
$40–61
Drive 240 km
1. Drive from Yamba to Kempsey240 km
2h 40m
$46–66
Bus, train via Grafton
1. Take the bus from Coldstream St At River St to Spring St Opp Zuber Lane380
2. Take the train from Grafton Station to Kempsey Station34 / ...
5h 30m
$29–163
Bus via Nambucca Heads
1. Take the bus from Yamba YHA to Nambucca HeadsSydney
2. Take the bus from Nambucca Heads Information Centre, Riverside Dr to Kempsey Station, Coach Stop154
5h 35m
$48–78

Yamba to Kempsey by bus and train

14Weekly Services

4h 51mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 255.1 km
Duration: 4h 51m

What companies run services between Yamba, NSW, Australia and Kempsey, NSW, Australia?

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from MacLean to Kempsey once daily. Tickets cost $35–55 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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