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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kempsey to Townsville

Composite routes from Kempsey to Townsville

Cheapest
21 h 56 min
Car
1858 km.
from $102
Other
6 h 49 min
Bus, Plane
1445 km.
from $342.88
26 h 41 min
1444 km.
from $1633.33
36 h 15 min
1444 km.
from $320.63
7 h 34 min
Train, Plane
1445 km.
from $336.61
40 h 8 min
1444 km.
from $283.48

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Kempsey Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
7h 1m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.52–$16.30
Train from Kempsey Station to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.70–$5.98
Bus from Kempsey West Public School, Marsh St to Macksville
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.12–$3.91

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
24h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$119.57–$315.22
Bus from Nambucca Heads to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
10h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$48.91–$108.70
Bus from Brisbane Airport Domestic to Maroochydore
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.30–$27.17
Bus from Maroochydore to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
22h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$119.57–$304.35

Busways

Phone:
1300 692 929
Website:
busways.com.au/
Bus from Belgrave St After Stuart St to Port
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.24–$5.43

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Kempsey to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
11h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$41.30–$59.78
Bus from Brisbane to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
23h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$92.39–$130.43

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Port Macquarie to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$250.00–$815.22
Plane from Coffs Harbour Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 17m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$304.35–$923.91

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Coffs Harbour Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$152.17–$510.87

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
18h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$42.39–$3,055.13

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kempsey to Townsville is to train which costs $48.91 - $3260.87 and takes 26h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kempsey to Townsville is to bus and fly which takes 6h 49m and costs $173.91 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Kempsey and Townsville?

No, there is no direct bus from Kempsey to Townsville. However, there are services departing from Kempsey and arriving at Townsville via Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Kempsey and Townsville?

No, there is no direct train from Kempsey station to Townsville. However, there are services departing from Kempsey Station and arriving at Townsville via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 41m.

How far is it from Kempsey to Townsville?

The distance between Kempsey and Townsville is 1538 km. The road distance is 1919.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kempsey to Townsville without a car is to train which takes 26h 41m and costs $48.91 - $3260.87 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 49m to get from Kempsey to Townsville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kempsey to Townsville bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kempsey to Townsville train from?

Kempsey to Townsville train services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Kempsey Station.

Train or bus from Kempsey to Townsville?

The best way to get from Kempsey to Townsville is to train which takes 26h 41m and costs $48.91 - $3260.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130.43 - $380.43 and takes 36h 15m.

Where does the Kempsey to Townsville bus arrive?

Kempsey to Townsville bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

What is the time difference between Kempsey and Townsville?

Townsville is 1h behind Kempsey. It is currently 13:56 in Kempsey and 12:56 in Townsville.

Where does the Kempsey to Townsville train arrive?

Kempsey to Townsville train services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from Kempsey to Townsville?

Yes, the driving distance between Kempsey to Townsville is 1919 km. It takes approximately 22h 28m to drive from Kempsey to Townsville.

Where can I stay near Townsville?

There are 509+ hotels available in Townsville. Prices start at $57.68 per night.
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