How to travel from Tamworth to Echuca, Australia
The distance between Tamworth and Echuca is around 974km (605 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 4h 40m.
9 routes found
We've found 9 different ways to get from Tamworth to Echuca by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Echuca → Tamworth if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Train
Fly from Tamworth (TMW) to Bendigo (BXG) then take the train to Echuca.
- Duration4h 40m
- Flight time3h 10m
- Typical costA$515($350)
Multiple operators
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Bus
Take the bus to Dubbo Station Coach Bay 4, Cootamundra Station Coach Bay 2 then Wagga Wagga Station Coach Bay 1 and then to Echuca Coach Stop.
- Duration14h 25m
- Departs4 times a week
- Typical costA$120($80)
NSW TrainLink
1 similiar route
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Train and Bus
Take the train to Central Station and then to Benalla Station Platform 2 then take the bus to Echuca.
- Duration16h 25m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costA$145($95)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Tamworth and Echuca
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Tamworth to Echuca by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around A$120 ($80) and will take around 14h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 4h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$515 ($350).
The distance between Tamworth and Echuca is around 974km (605 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 800km (497 miles)
It takes around 4h 40m to get from Tamworth and Echuca by plane and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 11h 25m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Tamworth to Echuca is to fly and then take the train which takes around 4h 40m and will set you back approx A$515 ($350).
The cheapest way to travel between Tamworth and Echuca, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around A$120 ($80) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Tamworth and Echuca. We recommend that you fly from Tamworth (TMW) to Bendigo (BXG) then take the train to Echuca. instead which will take 4h 40m.
Bus travel
Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Tamworth and Echuca. It typically takes around 14h 25m and departs 4 times a week.
There are no direct bus services that runs from Tamworth to Echuca. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Dubbo Station Coach Bay 4, Cootamundra Station Coach Bay 2 and Wagga Wagga Station Coach Bay 1. These services run 4 times a week and will take a minimum of 14h 25m.
NSW TrainLink, Firefly Express and V/Line run regular bus services between Tamworth and Echuca. Buses run 4 times a week and take around 14h 25m on average but will vary depending on you book with.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Tamworth to Echuca. We recommend that you fly from Tamworth (TMW) to Bendigo (BXG) then take the train to Echuca. instead which will take 4h 40m.
The closest major airport to Echuca is Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) (MEL) which is approximately 172km (107 miles) from Echuca. Albury Airport (ABX) (ABX) and Avalon Airport (AVV) (AVV) 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 Tamworth and Echuca. The distance is around 974km (605 miles) by road and it will take around 11h 25m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Tamworth to Echuca is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 4h 40m and will usually cost around A$515 ($350).
Compare travel optionsbetween Tamworth and Echuca
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Train + 3 similar | 4h 40m | A$515($350) | once daily | 1,107km (688 miles) |
| Plane and Bus | 5h 40m | A$680($455) | 6 times a week | 1,231km (765 miles) |
| Fly to Avalon (AVV), Train | 6h 60m | A$440($295) | once daily | 1,377km (855 miles) |
| Plane, Train and Bus | 5h 25m | A$585($395) | once daily | 1,025km (637 miles) |
Bus + 1 similar | 14h 25m | A$120($80) | 4 times a week | 1,139km (708 miles) |
| Bus via Hornsby Station, Stand A | 17h 40m | A$135($90) | 4 times a week | 1,205km (749 miles) |
Train and Bus + 1 similar | 16h 25m | A$145($95) | once daily | 1,329km (826 miles) |
| Train to Central Station, bus | 16h 25m | A$145($100) | once daily | 1,332km (828 miles) |
Drive | 11h 25m | A$185($125) | on demand | 974km (605 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Tamworth and Echuca
Airlines
Qantas
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Regional Express
Train operators
V/Line
NSW TrainLink XPT
Bus companies
NSW TrainLink
Firefly Express
Airports near Echuca
The following major airports near Echuca offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Australia and internationally.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
- Distance
- 172km (107 miles) from Echuca
Albury Airport (ABX)
- Distance
- 198km (123 miles) from Echuca
Avalon Airport (AVV)
- Distance
- 213km (132 miles) from Echuca