Travel - Lismore, NSW
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Lismore, NSW
The birthplace of Australian eco-tourism, Lismore is also the commercial centre of the north east of NSW and the home of Southern Cross University. However, for more than 6000 years before white settlement of the area, the original Bundjalung people had their own travel routes in the region, usually along the rivers. Lismore is a relaxed and vibrant city located in the heart of the Northern Rivers, just 40 kilometres inland from Byron Bay. Historic villages blend traditional rural living with an eclectic, cosmopolitan culture. Lismore is the commercial and cultural hub of the Northern Rivers where you’ll discover an abundance of arts and crafts, live music, world heritage listed national parks, lush rainforests and plenty of unique places to stay. More at Visit NSW - Lismore |
Northern Rivers, NSW
It’s a green and pleasant land here, but there’s so much more to the Northern Rivers than its tantalisingly lush landscapes. There’s that big swathe of coastline, for starters, where you’ll be drawn in by world-famous beachfront towns like Byron Bay, Lennox Head and Ballina. There’s an equally big collection of tastemakers creating brilliant food, drink and produce, with both sand and soil underfoot.
More at Visit NSW - Northern Rivers Photo banner this page from discover ballina - Pat Morton Lookout at Lennox Head
It’s a green and pleasant land here, but there’s so much more to the Northern Rivers than its tantalisingly lush landscapes. There’s that big swathe of coastline, for starters, where you’ll be drawn in by world-famous beachfront towns like Byron Bay, Lennox Head and Ballina. There’s an equally big collection of tastemakers creating brilliant food, drink and produce, with both sand and soil underfoot.
More at Visit NSW - Northern Rivers Photo banner this page from discover ballina - Pat Morton Lookout at Lennox Head
Getting around
Driving
Located on the Bruxner Highway and easily accessed by car, Lismore is within a 2.2 hour drive from Brisbane and around 9 hours from Sydney.
Coach
Several coach and bus operators provide services to Lismore from major centres throughout Australia and the region. For the latest timetables, contact the Lismore Transit Centre website or ring 131 500.
Train
CountryLink services are available from Sydney to Casino with a change over and bus from Casino to Lismore. Website CountryLink
Phone 131 500
Flying
Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, a 30 minute drive from Lismore, offers up to 68 direct flights per week from Sydney, Dubbo, Melbourne and Newcastle. Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin Australia , Rex and Pelican offer services to Ballina. Taxi, limousine, airport shuttle and car rental services are available at the airport but bookings are required.
Gold Coast Airport, 1 hour 15 minute drive from Lismore, is serviced by Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin, Air New Zealand, Air Asia, Scoot and Tigerair. Major car rental companies serve the Gold Coast Airport as well as airport shuttles.
Brisbane Airport, 2 hours 20 minutes from Lismore, is serviced by all major airlines, car rental companies and airport shuttles.
Located on the Bruxner Highway and easily accessed by car, Lismore is within a 2.2 hour drive from Brisbane and around 9 hours from Sydney.
Coach
Several coach and bus operators provide services to Lismore from major centres throughout Australia and the region. For the latest timetables, contact the Lismore Transit Centre website or ring 131 500.
Train
CountryLink services are available from Sydney to Casino with a change over and bus from Casino to Lismore. Website CountryLink
Phone 131 500
Flying
Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, a 30 minute drive from Lismore, offers up to 68 direct flights per week from Sydney, Dubbo, Melbourne and Newcastle. Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin Australia , Rex and Pelican offer services to Ballina. Taxi, limousine, airport shuttle and car rental services are available at the airport but bookings are required.
Gold Coast Airport, 1 hour 15 minute drive from Lismore, is serviced by Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin, Air New Zealand, Air Asia, Scoot and Tigerair. Major car rental companies serve the Gold Coast Airport as well as airport shuttles.
Brisbane Airport, 2 hours 20 minutes from Lismore, is serviced by all major airlines, car rental companies and airport shuttles.
Accommodation
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