How to travel from Pokolbin to Nambucca Heads, Australia

The distance between Pokolbin and Nambucca Heads is around 381km (236 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 4hrs.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Pokolbin to Nambucca Heads by 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 HeadsPokolbin if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Nambucca Heads Station.

  • Duration6hrs
  • Departs4 times a day
  • Typical cost
    A$145($95)
Operated by

NSW TrainLink

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Drive

Drive to Nambucca Heads.

  • Duration4hrs
  • Distance381km (236 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Pokolbin and Nambucca Heads

There are several options for getting from Pokolbin to Nambucca Heads by train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around A$145 ($95) and will take around 6hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 4hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$73 ($49).

The distance between Pokolbin and Nambucca Heads is around 381km (236 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 286km (178 miles)

It takes around 6hrs to get from Pokolbin and Nambucca Heads by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Pokolbin to Nambucca Heads is to drive which takes around 4hrs and will set you back approx A$73 ($49).

The cheapest way to travel between Pokolbin and Nambucca Heads, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around A$145 ($95) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Pokolbin and Nambucca Heads. It typically takes around 6hrs and departs 4 times a day.

There are no direct train services that runs from Pokolbin to Nambucca Heads. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Branxton Station, Maitland Station and Nambucca Heads Station. These services run 4 times a day and will take a minimum of 6hrs.

NSW TrainLink run train services between Pokolbin and Nambucca Heads. Trains depart 4 times a day and will take around 6hrs, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Pokolbin and Nambucca Heads. We recommend that you drive to Nambucca Heads. instead which will take 4hrs.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Pokolbin to Nambucca Heads. We recommend that you take the train to Nambucca Heads Station. instead which will take 6hrs.

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 Pokolbin and Nambucca Heads. The distance is around 381km (236 miles) by road and it will take around 4hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Pokolbin to Nambucca Heads is to take the train which takes, on average, 6hrs and will usually cost around A$145 ($95).

How do I get from Pokolbin to Nambucca Heads

Compare travel optionsbetween Pokolbin and Nambucca Heads

Transport options from Pokolbin to Nambucca Heads
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
6hrs
A$145($95)
4 times a day421km (262 miles)
Drive
4hrs
A$73($49)
on demand381km (236 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