How much does it cost to travel to Coffs Harbour?
You should plan to spend around $136 (AU$208) per day on your vacation in Coffs Harbour. This is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.
Past travelers have spent, on average for one day:
- $51 (AU$79) on meals
- $22 (AU$34) on local transportation
- $126 (AU$193) on hotels
A one week trip to Coffs Harbour for two people costs, on average, $1,904 (AU$2,914). This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.
All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.
Independent Travel
Traveling Independently to Coffs Harbour has many benefits including affordabilty, freedom, flexibility, and the opportunity to control your own experiences.
All of the travel costs below are based on the experiences of other independent travelers.
Is Coffs Harbour expensive to visit?
Prices in Coffs Harbour are reasonable and comparable to your average travel destination. Hotels, food, and sightseeing are generally within normal price ranges.
Within the Pacific, which is known to be an expensive region, Coffs Harbour is a moderately priced destination compared to other places. The overall cost of travel here is fair for the region and comparable to Katoomba or Byron Bay.
For more details, and to find out if it's within your travel budget, see Is Coffs Harbour Expensive?
How much money do I need for a trip to Coffs Harbour?
The average Coffs Harbour trip cost is broken down by category here for independent travelers. All of these Coffs Harbour travel prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers.
Category
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Cost
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Accommodation 1
(Double Occupancy)
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AU$193
($126)
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Local Transportation 1
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AU$34
($22)
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Food 2
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AU$79
($51)
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Entertainment 1
|
AU$64
($42)
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Alcohol 2
|
AU$6 -
19
($4 - 13)
|
Accommodation Budget in Coffs Harbour
Calculated from travelers like you
The average price paid for one person for accommodation in Coffs Harbour is $63 (AU$96). For two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room, the average price paid for a hotel room in Coffs Harbour is $126 (AU$193). This cost is from the reported spending of actual travelers.
Looking for a hotel in Coffs Harbour? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options.
Transportation Budget in Coffs Harbour
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The cost of a taxi ride in Coffs Harbour is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $22 (AU$34) per person, per day, on local transportation in Coffs Harbour.
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Transportation1
Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
$22
AU$34
How much does it cost to go to Coffs Harbour? Naturally, it depends on the dates. We recommend Kayak because they can find the best deals across all airlines.
The price of renting a car in Coffs Harbour will depends on dates, the type of car, the location, and your age. We recommend Kayak because they can find the best deals across all car rental companies.
Food Budget in Coffs Harbour
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While meal prices in Coffs Harbour can vary, the average cost of food in Coffs Harbour is $51 (AU$79) per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Coffs Harbour should cost around $21 (AU$31) per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Coffs Harbour is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.
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Food2
Meals for one day
$51
AU$79
Entertainment Budget in Coffs Harbour
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Entertainment and activities in Coffs Harbour typically cost an average of $42 (AU$64) per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
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Entertainment1
Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
$42
AU$64
Typical prices for Entertainment in Coffs Harbour are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the prices in Coffs Harbour, but your costs will vary based on your travel style and the place where the purchase was made.
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Surfing Museum (for 2)
AU$11
Alcohol Budget in Coffs Harbour
Calculated from travelers like you
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The average person spends about $8.40 (AU$13) on alcoholic beverages in Coffs Harbour per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
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Alcohol2
Drinks for one day
$8.40
AU$13
Coffs Harbour On a Budget
Coffs Harbour
Coffs Harbour is in New South Wales between Brisbane and Sydney. Historically, Coffs Harbour has been a popular vacation destination among families, particularly Australian families. Most visitors today are families that are carrying on a longstanding tradition and bringing their children to the holiday destination of their childhood. You'll also find backpackers who spend up to a week here, dividing the trip between Sydney and Brisbane. The area has a well established tourist infrastructure that is not as trendy as that in Byron Bay, but it remains a wonderful community to visit if you're not looking for the party atmosphere.
Coffs Harbour has a humid subtropical climate. The city is sunny most of the year but winters can be somewhat damp with mild temperatures.
Sights
People really come to Coffs Harbour for the beaches and the ocean, but there are a handful of sights, not least of which is the Big Banana. It is, literally, a big banana and you can pull off the road and have your photo taken at this famous landmark. There are also a few shops to pick up tacky tourist souvenirs or buy yourself a banana smoothie. Other sights of interest in town include the Pet Porpoise Pool, where you can see dolphins and seals, the Butterfly House, which houses an indoor rainforest, and a Creek-side Boardwalk with a nearby botanical garden. Muttonbird Island is actually a peninsula that juts out from the marina area. It is a nesting site for a type of migratory bird called the wedge-tailed shearwaters (or muttonbirds). The birds mate during the month of November and the eggs hatch at the end of the summer. It's worth visiting Muttonbird Island to see the area. Whales may also be seen during certain times of the year.
There are several beaches where you can swim or sun bath, but the main beach in town is Park Beach. You'll also find a well protected beach that's great for small children just inside Coffs Creek.
Neighborhoods
Coffs Harbour is located on the Pacific Highway with many coastal resorts and apartments in the surrounding areas. Coffs Harbour has several suburbs including Boambee, Toormina, North Boambee Valley, Diggers Beach, Korora, Moonee Beach, Park Beach, Red Hill, South Coffs, West Coffs, West Korora, and Sapphire Beach. Coffs Harbour Jetty is also near the city center.
The area has a variety of accommodation options ranging from hostels to family oriented hotels. The prices are highly variable as well, but it is possible to get a good deal at a more affordable place to stay, particularly if you stay farther from the beach.
Activities
Most of the town's activities are centered around the beach and ocean. You can scuba dive in the Solitary Islands Marine Park just off the coast. There are also dolphin and whale watching cruises available. The whale season runs between June and November but dolphins can be seen year around. Helicopter tours of the area are also available and let you see the beautiful beaches and the area's rainforests.
There are also a handful of markets around town where you can buy anything from beach clothes and supplies to cheesy tourist souvenirs. Popular options include Jetty Markets, Harbourside Markets, Growers Markets, and Parkbeach Markets.
Food and Dining
There are plenty of restaurants in Coffs Harbour that range from budget to high end. You can find anything from seafood to barbecue, or you can grab a drink at any of the many cafes and coffee bars around town. There's also a great juice bar if that's more your style.
Many of the restaurants are located in the Jetty area on Harbour Drive. This area has a reputation for having the best dining options in town. If you want to pick up some local ingredients then head to one of the town's several produce markets. These include Growers Markets, Parkbeach Markets, and Harbourside Markets.
Transportation
Coffs Harbour is about a 530 kilometer drive north of Sydney and 350 kilometers south of Brisbane along the Pacific Highway. This makes it a great stopping point between the two cities. There is still a train that travels through Coffs Harbour and the service and prices are reasonable. It's takes about nine hours by train from Sydney to reach the town and 6 hours from Brisbane. Once you arrive, the train station is in the southern part of the town near the jetty area. You can easily walk from the station to the beach and several accommodation options.
Once you arrive in town there are several bus companies that operate around town. Taxis are also available to travel up and down the coast.
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