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How to get to Corindi Beach

Getting around Corindi Beach

There's a stretch of the Coffs Coast where the highway begins to fall away as the lush bush slowly shifts the landscape, that's how you know you're arriving at Corindi Beach. Whales cruise past in winter, the fishing rarely disappoints, and Yuraygir National Park (including the 65km Yuraygir coastal walk) stretches out right next door. Once you've settled in, the only real question left is… will your feet trace the sand or the trails first?

Below is everything you need to plan how to get to Corindi Beach, so you can spend less time squinting at a map and more time at exploring.

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Corindi Beach NSW

How to get there

Corindi Beach sits quietly on the NSW Mid North Coast, about 33km north of Coffs Harbour and 50km south of Grafton. It’s close enough to major cities like Brisbane, where travellers are looking at roughly 3 hours 40 minutes on the road,or Sydney, which includes a 5 hour 40 minute road trip packed with pit stops and classic sing-alongs. Whichever way you're travelling, how to get to Corindi Beach comes down to a handful of straightforward options.

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Modes of transport

We’ve mapped out how to get to Corindi by car, bus, plane, train, bike and by foot. No matter how you choose to travel, there are ways to arrive and get around with less stress and more adventure!

By Car

For many road tripping families, the car, van, or ute is the way to go when deciding on how to get to Corindi. Along the route you’ll experience the run of the whole Coffs Coast, passing through quieter villages like Red Rock and Moonee Beach. The drive itself is a straightforward run up the Pacific Highway, just add snacks and a couple pit stops and you’re good to go.

  • Coffs Harbour to Corindi Beach: around 30 minutes / 33km
  • Grafton to Corindi Beach: around 45 minutes / 50km
  • Sydney to Corindi Beach: around 5 hours 40 minutes / 560km
  • Brisbane to Corindi Beach: around 3 hours 40 minutes / 350km

Not the road tripping kind? A coach or a short flight will cover most of the distance for you.

By Bus

Greyhound Australia and Premier Motor Service both run coastal coaches daily between Sydney and Brisbane, with a stop at Arrawarra that leaves you just minutes from Corindi Beach (Woolgoolga and Coffs Harbour are also on the route).

Once you're local, a regional bus like the 393 links Coffs Harbour and Corindi Beach a few times a day. Timetables shift occasionally, so check CDC NSW and Transport for NSW before you head off.

By Plane

Coffs Harbour Airport is the closest, about 35 minutes away by road from Corindi Beach. Flights direct from Sydney land you in Coffs Harbour within the hour, add another 30mins and you’ll have travelled from Brisbane to Corindi in 90mins. From there, grab a hire car at the terminal and you'll be unpacking at Corindi Beach in no time.

By Train

NSW TrainLink's XPT service threads up the North Coast Line between Sydney and Brisbane, calling at both Coffs Harbour and Grafton stations. Either one leaves you around half an hour's drive from Corindi Beach. From there jump in a rideshare or transfer. You can book your train ticket online or purchase one at a train station near you.

By Bike

The Pacific Highway runs right past Corindi Beach, with quieter back roads linking it to Woolgoolga and Red Rock for those keen to pedal in. This route suits more experienced touring cyclists more than casual riders, since dedicated paths are thin on the ground this far up the coast. For those seeking an adventure on 2 wheels, we recommend bringing a mountain bike. Just 11.5km from Reflections Corindi Beach, you’ll find the Wedding Bells MTB Trail.

By Foot

There are plenty of walks and hikes around Corindi designed for slow mornings, long walks and a coffee in hand. Part of the Solitary Islands Coastal Walk threads along the sand between Red Rock and Mullaway, with headlands worth pausing for, ideally at low tide. When you’ve hit your daily step count and are ready to kick your sneakers off, local taxis and rideshare services operate across the Corindi Beach area.

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Frequently asked questions

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What airport do I fly into for Corindi?

Coffs Harbour Airport is the closest, about 35 minutes away from Corindi Beach by car, with direct flights connecting it to Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.

How far is Corindi Beach from Coffs Harbour?

About 33km, or around 30 minutes' drive, north along the Pacific Highway. Close enough for a casual day trip into town for shopping or dinner.

Is there a bus from Coffs Harbour to Corindi Beach?

There is. A local bus runs a few times a day and takes roughly 45 minutes to an hour. Transport for NSW has the current timetable if you want to plan around it.

Do you need a car in Corindi?

Not really, though it opens things up if you want to range further afield. Plenty of guests fly into Coffs Harbour and hire a car from there, others rely on the local bus, and some are happy exploring on foot. Reflections Corindi Beach is close enough to the essentials that you won't be stuck bored without wheels.

Is there a Sydney to Corindi bus?

Yes, both Greyhound Australia and Premier Motor Service run coaches up from Sydney along the coast, stopping at Arrawarra a few minutes from Corindi Beach. Budget around 10 hours for the full trip.

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Ways to stay in Corindi Beach

Once you've sorted how to get to Corindi Beach, the next decision is where to stay. Reflections Corindi Beach offers a mix of cabins and campsites tucked right into the coastline, so the choice comes down to how you like to holiday. Dogs are welcome, the camp kitchen and BBQs are ready to go, and a skate park and playground keep younger guests busy between beach trips. Laundry facilities and a fish cleaning station round things out, leaving you free to spend most of your stay outdoors.