How to travel from Griffith to Coffs Harbour, Australia

The distance between Griffith and Coffs Harbour is around 967km (601 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 4hrs.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Griffith to Coffs Harbour by train, plane, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train and Plane

Take the train to Narrandera Station then fly from Narrandera (NRA) to Coffs Harbour (CFS).

  • Duration4hrs
  • Flight time2h 45m
  • Typical cost
    A$320($215)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Bus

Take the bus to Cootamundra Station Coach Bay 3, West Row After London Cct then Sydney and then to Coffs Harbour.

  • Duration17h 5m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    A$185($125)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Train

Take the train to Goulburn Station then Central Station and then to Coffs Harbour Station.

  • Duration17h 25m
  • Departs4 times a week
  • Typical cost
    A$160($110)
Operated by

NSW TrainLink

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Drive

Drive to Coffs Harbour.

  • Duration12hrs
  • Distance1,072km (666 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Griffith and Coffs Harbour

There are several options for getting from Griffith to Coffs Harbour by train, plane, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around A$160 ($110) and will take around 17h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 4hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$320 ($215).

The distance between Griffith and Coffs Harbour is around 967km (601 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 798km (496 miles)

It takes around 4hrs to get from Griffith and Coffs Harbour by train and plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 12hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Griffith to Coffs Harbour is to take the train and then fly which takes around 4hrs and will set you back approx A$320 ($215).

The cheapest way to travel between Griffith and Coffs Harbour, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around A$160 ($110) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Griffith and Coffs Harbour. It typically takes around 17h 25m and departs 4 times a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Griffith to Coffs Harbour. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Goulburn Station and Central Station. These services run 4 times a week and will take a minimum of 17h 25m.

NSW TrainLink, NSW TrainLink XPT and Intercity Train run train services between Griffith and Coffs Harbour. Trains depart 4 times a week and will take around 17h 25m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Griffith and Coffs Harbour. It typically takes around 17h 5m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Griffith to Coffs Harbour. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Cootamundra Station Coach Bay 3, West Row After London Cct and Sydney. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 17h 5m.

NSW TrainLink, Murrays Coaches, Greyhound Australia and Premier Motor Service run regular bus services between Griffith and Coffs Harbour. Buses run once daily and take around 17h 5m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Griffith to Coffs Harbour. We recommend that you take the train to Narrandera Station then fly from Narrandera (NRA) to Coffs Harbour (CFS). instead which will take 4hrs.

The closest major airport to Coffs Harbour is Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) (CFS) which is approximately 3km (2 miles) from Coffs Harbour. Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ) (PQQ) and Gold Coast Airport (OOL) (OOL) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Griffith and Coffs Harbour. The distance is around 1,072km (666 miles) by road and it will take around 12hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Griffith to Coffs Harbour is to take the train and then fly which takes, on average, 4hrs and will usually cost around A$320 ($215).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Griffith and Coffs Harbour

Transport options from Griffith to Coffs Harbour
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train and Plane
4hrs
A$320($215)
4 times a week967km (601 miles)
Bus
17h 5m
A$185($125)
once daily1,237km (769 miles)
Train
17h 25m
A$160($110)
4 times a week1,255km (780 miles)
Drive
12hrs
A$200($135)
on demand1,072km (666 miles)

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Airports near Coffs Harbour

The following major airports near Coffs Harbour offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Australia and internationally.

CFS
Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
3km (2 miles) from Coffs Harbour
PQQ
Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
128km (80 miles) from Coffs Harbour
OOL
Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
International Airport
Distance
240km (149 miles) from Coffs Harbour