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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ballina to Kempsey

Composite routes from Ballina to Kempsey

Cheapest
3 h 22 min
Car
313 km.
from $17

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Casino Station to Kempsey
Ave. Duration:
4h 17m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$5.33–$11.96
Train from Grafton Station to Kempsey
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.46–$8.15
Bus from Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St to Casino
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.12–$4.13
Bus from Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St to Grafton
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.12–$9.24

Busways

Phone:
1300 692 929
Website:
busways.com.au/
Bus from Port Macquarie Airport to Belgrave
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.13–$5.43

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Ballina to Kempsey
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.35–$40.22
Bus from Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St to Grafton
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$29.35

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Port
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$510.87

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ballina to Kempsey is to night bus and train which costs $5.43 - $16.30 and takes 6h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Kempsey is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs $38.04 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Ballina and Kempsey?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ballina and arriving at Kempsey. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Ballina to Kempsey?

The distance between Ballina and Kempsey is 362 km. The road distance is 311 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballina to Kempsey without a car is to bus which takes 6h 10m and costs $29.35 - $40.22 .

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

The bus from Ballina to Kempsey takes 6h 10m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Kempsey bus from?

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

Where does the Ballina to Kempsey bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Ballina and Kempsey?

It is currently 14:34 at both, Ballina and Kempsey.

Can I drive from Ballina to Kempsey?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballina to Kempsey is 311 km. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Ballina to Kempsey.

Where can I stay near Kempsey?

There are 135+ hotels available in Kempsey. Prices start at $59.17 per night.
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