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Ballina to Katoomba

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8 h 40 min
801 km.
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Eight ways to Travel from Ballina to Katoomba

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Cheapest
By car (801 km)
8 h 40 min
801 km.
from $44
Fastest
Plane from Ballina (Gold Coast Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
8 h 40 min
801 km.
from $10.45
Plane, Train
5 h
620 km.
from $180.15
Bus, Train (Night bus)
15 h 48 min
620 km.
from $26.07
Bus, Train (Bus)
15 h 45 min
620 km.
from $67.79
Bus, Plane
6 h 32 min
620 km.
from $176.60
Bus
16 h 25 min
620 km.
from $165.93

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Katoomba
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.20–$7.00
Train from Parramatta Station to Katoomba
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.07–$5.98
Train from Casino Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
11h 28m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.18–$27.98
Train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.07–$6.36
Bus from Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St to Casino
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$4.58

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Ballina to Central
Ave. Duration:
13h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$82.68–$190.80

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Ballina to Hornsby
Ave. Duration:
12h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$61.06–$82.68
Bus from Ballina to Central
Ave. Duration:
13h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$62.33–$89.04

Australia Wide Coaches

Phone:
02 9516 1300
Email:
Website:
austwidecoaches.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Katoomba
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$22.90–$31.80

Byron Easy Bus

Phone:
+612 6685 7447
Email:
Website:
byronbayshuttle.com.au
Bus from Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchange to Gold
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$30.53–$36.89

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$48.34–$356.16
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$52.15–$546.95

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$48.34–$368.88
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$52.15–$699.59

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$52.15–$419.76
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.96–$585.11

Train operators

Intercity Train

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Katoomba
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.90–$12.72
Train from Parramatta Station to Katoomba
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.00–$10.18

Questions and Answers

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

The most economical way to travel from Ballina to Katoomba is to take a night bus and train which costs $14.05 - $39.58 and takes 15h 48m.

How can I travel from Ballina to Katoomba quickly?

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Katoomba is to fly and train which takes 5 hours and costs $54.91 - $319.23.

Is there a direct bus between Ballina and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballina to Katoomba. However, there are services departing from Ballina and arriving at Katoomba via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 25m.

The distance between Ballina and Katoomba is 732 kilometers. The road distance is 800.5 kilometers.

How far is it from Ballina to Katoomba?

How can I get from Ballina to Katoomba without a car, taking the bus and train?

The best way to get from Ballina to Katoomba without a car is to bus and train which takes 15 hours 45 minutes and costs $63.85 - $95.77.

How long does it take to travel from Ballina to Katoomba, including transfers?

It takes approximately 5 hours to get from Ballina to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where is the Ballina to Katoomba bus departing from?

The Ballina to Katoomba bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Ballina station.

Where is the Ballina to Katoomba bus arriving?

Greyhound Australia operates Ballina to Katoomba bus services that arrive at Central Station.

What is the driving distance between Ballina and Katoomba?

800 kilometers. It takes approximately 8 hours and 54 minutes to drive from Ballina to Katoomba.

Where can I find accommodation near Katoomba?

There are 457+ hotels available in Katoomba. Prices start at $66.72 per night.
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