Coffs Harbour Airport is close to the city and has direct flights from Sydney and other cities. The XPT train between Sydney and Brisbane stops here.
Routes at a glance
| From | By | Time | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney | Flight | About 1 h 15 | Several daily flights to Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS). |
| Sydney | Car | About 6 h | Pacific Highway, about 540 km. |
| Sydney (Central) | XPT train | About 8–9 h | NSW TrainLink; book ahead. |
| Port Stephens | Car | About 4 h | Pacific Highway north. |
| Byron Bay | Car / coach | About 2 h 30 | Coaches run along the coast. |
Times are typical and fares change — check current timetables and prices before you travel.
Getting around Coffs Harbour
Coffs is spread out along the coast. Local buses link the main areas but run infrequently. A car is the best way to reach Dorrigo, Bellingen and the beaches; tours offer an alternative for Dorrigo.
Onward
Continue north to Byron Bay or south towards Port Stephens. See the NSW transport guide.
