The route at a glance
The Coffs Harbour–Sydney corridor.
Coffs Harbour to Sydney is a 540-kilometre Pacific Highway run, taking around 9 hours including stops at Port Macquarie, Taree and Newcastle. Greyhound, Premier Motor Service, FlixBus and NSW TrainLink all run daily services. The full upgrade of the Pacific Highway in 2020 means journey times are now shorter and more reliable than older timetables suggest.
Typical calling points
- Coffs HarbourNSW
- UrungaNSW
- Nambucca HeadsNSW
- MacksvilleNSW
- KempseyNSW
- Port MacquarieNSW
- TareeNSW
- SydneyNSW
Typical stops on this corridor. Actual calling points vary by operator and service.
Journey essentials
- Onboard
- Wi-Fi · Toilet · USB charging · Wheelchair access
- Luggage
- 1 × 40kg checked bag
Compare operators
Who runs this route.
NSW TrainLink
ToiletWheelchair access40kg luggageBookon NSW TrainLinkFrom$53FlixBus Australia
Wi-FiToiletUSB chargingEco-friendly40kg luggageBookon FlixBus AustraliaFrom$56Services
Depart Arrive Runs 8:20 PM 5:15 AM+1 Daily Greyhound Australia
Wi-FiToiletUSB chargingWheelchair accessEco-friendly40kg luggageBookon Greyhound AustraliaFrom$83Services
Depart Arrive Runs 3:10 PM 12:00 AM+1 Mon–Tue, Sat–Sun 4:10 PM 1:00 AM+1 Tue 10:10 PM 7:00 AM+1 Daily 11:10 PM 8:00 AM+1 Tue Premier Motor Service
Toilet20kg luggageBookon Premier Motor ServiceFrom$92Services
Depart Arrive Runs 10:50 PM 7:45 AM+1 Daily
Fares are indicative. Live pricing may vary by date and availability. AusBus earns a small commission on some bookings at no extra cost to you.
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Travel tips
What to know before you go.
Book at least seven days ahead during school holidays, the Easter long weekend, and the Christmas–New Year period. Long-haul corridors fill quickly during these windows and same-day fares can be double the advance-purchase price. NSW TrainLink coaches connect with the rail network at multiple regional hubs. If you're continuing onwards, booking train and coach as a single combined fare is usually cheaper than two separate tickets. Arrive at the terminal at least 15 minutes before departure. Most operators begin boarding 10 minutes prior to the scheduled time and won't hold the coach for late passengers. Pack snacks and a refillable water bottle. Rest stop options on regional corridors are sparse, particularly between major towns. Check the operator's luggage policy before you travel. Most include one checked bag (40 kg) and one carry-on, but allowances vary by carrier and additional bags usually attract a fee.
Worth timing your trip for
What's on in Sydney
OctoberSydney, NSWNRL Grand FinalFirst Sunday of October (typically)
OctoberSydney, NSWSculpture by the Sea, BondiLate October to early November (approx. 3 weeks)
DecemberSydney, NSWRolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race (start)26 December (Boxing Day) annually
Route FAQs
Coffs Harbour to Sydney, answered.
- Around 8 hours and 55 minutes for a typical scheduled service. Travel time can vary by 30 minutes or more depending on the operator, the number of intermediate stops, and traffic on the day.
- The coach route is about 525 kilometres. The coach covers it in around 8 hours and 55 minutes, allowing for stops.
- Fares start from around $53 one-way. Booking at least a week ahead usually saves you 30 to 50 percent compared to same-day fares. Same-day bookings on long-haul corridors can run double the advance-purchase price during school holidays.
- Premier Motor Service, Greyhound Australia, NSW TrainLink and FlixBus Australia operate services on this route. Use the operator comparison above to see which suits your travel date, budget and preferences for amenities like Wi-Fi, USB charging and onboard toilets.
- Yes. Premier Motor Service, Greyhound Australia, NSW TrainLink and FlixBus Australia run direct services on this corridor, so you can travel Coffs Harbour to Sydney without changing coaches. Check the timetable above for current departure times.
- Services on this route offer Wi-Fi, an onboard toilet, USB charging and wheelchair access. Amenities vary by operator and vehicle, so check the specific service when you book.
- Not currently scheduled on this corridor. Most services run during the day with a meal stop midway. Check the timetable above for current departure times.
- NSW TrainLink runs both coach and rail services. The XPT/Xplorer trains are usually faster and more comfortable on long-haul corridors but run less frequently. Coaches are more direct from Sydney Coach Terminal and connect with regional services.
- Last-minute seats are sometimes available, but never guaranteed, particularly on Friday afternoons, Sunday evenings, and during school holidays. Booking online a few days ahead is strongly recommended and almost always cheaper.
- Most operators include one checked bag (up to 40 kg) and one carry-on bag in the ticket price. Additional bags usually attract a fee. Check the specific operator's luggage policy at the time of booking.
Keep going
Onward from Sydney.
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