How to travel from Kingscliff to Nambucca Heads, Australia

The distance between Kingscliff and Nambucca Heads is around 323km (201 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 3h 35m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Kingscliff to Nambucca Heads by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Nambucca HeadsKingscliff if you're planning a return trip.

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Bus

Take the bus to Lismore Transit Centre Molesworth St and then to Nambucca Heads.

  • Duration5h 35m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    A$51($34)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Casino Station Coach Bay then take the train to Urunga Station.

  • Duration5h 55m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    A$49($33)
Operated by

NSW TrainLink

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Drive

Drive to Nambucca Heads.

  • Duration3h 35m
  • Distance323km (201 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kingscliff and Nambucca Heads

There are several options for getting from Kingscliff to Nambucca Heads by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around A$49 ($33) and will take around 5h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 3h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$61 ($41).

The distance between Kingscliff and Nambucca Heads is around 323km (201 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 272km (169 miles)

It takes around 5h 35m to get from Kingscliff and Nambucca Heads by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Kingscliff to Nambucca Heads is to drive which takes around 3h 35m and will set you back approx A$61 ($41).

The cheapest way to travel between Kingscliff and Nambucca Heads, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around A$49 ($33) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Kingscliff and Nambucca Heads. We recommend that you drive to Nambucca Heads. instead which will take 3h 35m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Kingscliff and Nambucca Heads. It typically takes around 5h 35m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Kingscliff to Nambucca Heads. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Lismore Transit Centre Molesworth St. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 5h 35m.

NSW TrainLink and Premier Motor Service run regular bus services between Kingscliff and Nambucca Heads. Buses run once daily and take around 5h 35m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Kingscliff to Nambucca Heads. We recommend that you take the bus to Lismore Transit Centre Molesworth St and then to Nambucca Heads. instead which will take 5h 35m.

The closest major airport to Nambucca Heads is Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) (CFS) which is approximately 38km (23 miles) from Nambucca Heads. 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 Kingscliff and Nambucca Heads. The distance is around 323km (201 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kingscliff to Nambucca Heads is to take the bus which takes, on average, 5h 35m and will usually cost around A$51 ($34).

How do I get from Kingscliff to Nambucca Heads

Compare travel optionsbetween Kingscliff and Nambucca Heads

Transport options from Kingscliff to Nambucca Heads
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
5h 35m
A$51($34)
once daily357km (222 miles)
Bus and Train
5h 55m
A$49($33)
twice daily371km (230 miles)
Drive
3h 35m
A$61($41)
on demand323km (201 miles)

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Airports near Nambucca Heads

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

CFS
Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
38km (23 miles) from Nambucca Heads
PQQ
Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
88km (55 miles) from Nambucca Heads
OOL
Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
International Airport
Distance
280km (174 miles) from Nambucca Heads