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Ballina to Bowen

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Bus from Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$8.90

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Ballina to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$27.98–$48.34
Bus from Brisbane to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
21h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$127.20–$305.28

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.62–$29.26
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
21h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$95.40–$139.92
Bus from Airlie Beach to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.26–$21.62

Byron Easy Bus

Phone:
+612 6685 7447
Website:
byronbayshuttle.com.au
Bus from Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 56m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$39.43–$47.06
Bus from Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchange to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$44.52–$52.15

Brisbane 2 Byron Express Bus

Phone:
+61 (0)2 6685 7447
Website:
brisbane2byron.com/
Bus from Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$43.25–$51.08

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
21h
Frequency:
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$216.24–$699.59
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$699.59
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.08–$763.19
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.04–$356.16

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
21h
Frequency:
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$216.24–$699.59
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$699.59
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.08–$763.19
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Great
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$203.52–$763.19
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.04–$432.48

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
23h 35m
Frequency:
Friday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$203.52–$699.59
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$445.20
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.80–$623.27
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Great
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.08–$826.79
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.92–$572.39

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
16h 8m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$40.70–$2,937.31
Train from Proserpine to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$2.16–$158.82
Train from Mackay to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$6.36–$475.37

Questions and Answers

What is the most economical way to travel from Ballina to Bowen?

The cheapest way to get from Ballina to Bowen is to bus via Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station which costs $95.77 - $204.31 and takes 26h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballina to Bowen?

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Bowen is to bus and fly and train which takes 8 hours and 26 minutes and costs $166.00 - $702.31.

Is there a direct bus service between Ballina and Bowen?

No, there are no direct bus services from Ballina to Bowen. However, there are services departing from Ballina and arriving at Bowen via King George Square, 1d and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26 hours and 47 minutes.

How many kilometers is the distance between Ballina and Bowen?

The distance between Ballina and Bowen is 1339 km. The road distance is 1328.9 km.

How can I travel from Ballina to Bowen without a car using public transport?

The best way to get from Ballina to Bowen without a car is to bus and train which takes 21 hours 59 minutes and costs $58.74 - $3,192.32.

How long does it take to travel from Ballina to Bowen, taking transfers into consideration?

It takes approximately 21 hours and 59 minutes to travel from Ballina to Bowen, including transfers.

Where can I catch the Ballina to Bowen bus from?

Greyhound Australia operates bus services between Ballina station and Bowen.

What is the best way to get from Ballina to Bowen?

The best way to get from Ballina to Bowen is to bus which takes 26h 47m and costs $153.23 - $357.54. There are no good options to train or fly between Ballina to Bowen.

Where does the Ballina to Bowen bus arrive?

The Ballina to Bowen bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

What time is it in Bowen compared to Ballina?

Bowen is 1 hour behind Ballina. It is currently 17:28 in Ballina and 16:28 in Bowen.

Can you travel from Ballina to Bowen by car?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballina and Bowen is 1329 kilometers. It takes approximately 17 hours and 16 minutes to drive from Ballina to Bowen.

Where can I stay near Bowen?

There are 26+ hotels available in Bowen. Prices start at $69.53 per night.
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