
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.
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.

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

Look At Me Now Headland walk is a short, easy walking route with fabulous scenic views far out to sea, a lookout and beach access. Keep your fingers crossed for a breaching whale during winter and early spring. All year round, you can see eastern grey kangaroos nibbling on the grass and white-bellied sea eagles, ospreys and brahminy kites soaring above the coastline on the hunt.
Take a picnic lunch and sit between the dwarf grassy and rocky heath, which have adapted to these exposed conditions. You may spot a threatened zieria, which flowers pink and white in spring with glossy, tough leaves.
Look At Me Now Headland is an important Aboriginal site of deep significance to local Gumbaynggirr people. Preservation of this natural environment is also important to the broader community, and in 1989, over 5,000 people marched in a rally in Coffs Harbour to prevent destruction of the headland and adjacent beaches. It worked.

Arrawarra-Corindi Beach is one of the Coffs Coast's most beautiful beaches. The southern end, on Arrawarra Headland Road, provides access to Arrawarra Headland Reserve. The reserve boasts facilities including picnic tables, toilets, a beach shower, and a gravel boat ramp.
The northern end (accessible via Beach Road) of Corindi Beach has a local shop, tennis courts, and a caravan park. The caravan park has picnic shelters, barbecue facilities, a playground area, toilet amenities, and beach showers. Corindi Beach is a great area for surfing, swimming, and snorkelling enthusiasts. There are also great rock pools for the little ones. The beach is patrolled for the summer school holidays.
Corindi Beach and Pipeclay Beach are leash-free areas for your pooch. Be sure to visit Arrawarra-Corindi Beach during your next trip!

Wooli, northern NSW, is a coastal village like no other, a three-kilometre-long stretch of land with the Pacific Ocean on one side and the stunning Wooli Wooli River on the other. This is a beach town with saltwater in its veins.
This section of coastline forms the northern end of the Solitary Islands Marine Park, which protects the estuaries, beaches, and islands (from Sandon River to Coffs Harbour), making it a haven for marine life and a dream for nature lovers. Wooli Beach stretches north to Wilson's Head and is 4WD accessible.
The beach meets the break wall, where the Wooli Wooli River flows out to sea, and this southern corner is where the action happens—fishing off the wall, surfing the beach breaks, 4WD access, Marine Rescue HQ, and boats crossing the bar.
Wooli Beach is patrolled during the summer months, offering a popular spot for swimming. However, ocean conditions can change, so caution is always advised. Check the surf, follow local advice, and swim between the flags when lifeguards are on duty. Beachside amenities are close by, making it easy to spend the whole day soaking up the coastal charm.

Discover the natural wonder of the Solitary Islands Marine Park, the third largest marine protected area in New South Wales. Stretching 75 kilometres along the spectacular coastline from Coffs Harbour to the Sandon River, this marine paradise covers 71,000 hectares of pristine ocean, estuaries, beaches and headlands.
Beneath the surface, an incredible underwater world awaits. Divers and snorkellers will be amazed by the vibrant mix of tropical, sub-tropical and temperate marine life—including colourful corals, unique fish species and lush algae beds. Whether you're fishing, exploring, or just soaking up the serenity, helpful signs throughout the park show you where and how you can enjoy your chosen activity.
With a special zoning system in place to protect important marine habitats, the park features sanctuary zones, refuge zones, and general use areas—all helping to preserve the breathtaking marine treasure for generations to come.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.












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.