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22 h 49 min
1898 km.
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Eight ways to Travel from Ballina to Cairns

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Cheapest
By car (1 898 km)
22 h 49 min
1898 km.
from $104
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Rideshare
22 h 49 min
1898 km.
from $24.76
Bus, Plane (Bus to Gold Coast Airport)
6 h 16 min
1547 km.
from $247.72
Bus, Train
31 h 5 min
1547 km.
from $283.92
Bus via Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station
35 h 15 min
1548 km.
from $186.11
Bus, Plane (Bus to Brisbane Airport)
8 h 21 min
1547 km.
from $195.36
Bus
35 h 33 min
1548 km.
from $412.67

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–$8.85

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Ballina to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.07–$50.55
Bus from Brisbane to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$189.57–$467.60

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.48–$30.33
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
29h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.02–$189.57

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:
$31.59–$37.91
Bus from Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 56m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$41.71–$49.29
Bus from Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchange to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$45.50–$54.34

Brisbane 2 Byron Express Bus

Phone:
+61 (0)2 6685 7447
Email:
Website:
brisbane2byron.com/
Bus from Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$44.23–$52.88

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.38–$619.26
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
7h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.02–$492.88
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.15–$454.96

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.38–$619.26
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.02–$492.88
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.15–$568.70

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$252.76–$884.65
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.42–$505.52

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
25h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$60.66–$4,469.63

Questions and Answers

How can I travel from Ballina to Cairns on a budget?

The cheapest way to travel from Ballina to Cairns is to take a bus via Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station, which costs $140.46 - $255.39 and takes 35h 15m.

What is the quickest route to travel from Ballina to Cairns?

The quickest route to travel from Ballina to Cairns is by bus and flight which takes 6 hours and 17 minutes and costs $153.23 - $523.54.

Does a direct bus run between Ballina and Cairns?

No, there is no direct bus service from Ballina to Cairns station. However, there are services departing from Ballina Hospital, Bentinck St and arriving at Cairns Central Station via Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35 hours and 15 minutes.

Does the route between Ballina and Cairns have any direct flights?

The fastest flight route between Ballina and Cairns requires one change and takes 6 hours and 15 minutes. The cost of this flight is between $140.46 and $498.00.

What is the distance between Ballina and Cairns?

The distance between Ballina and Cairns is 1585 km. The road distance is 2000.8 km.

How can I travel from Ballina to Cairns using public transportation?

The best way to get from Ballina to Cairns using public transportation is to take a bus and train, which takes 31 hours and 5 minutes and costs $63.85 - $4,724.64.

How long does it take to get from London to Paris?

It takes approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes to get from London to Paris, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Cairns bus from?

Ballina to Cairns bus services, operated by Byron Easy Bus, depart from Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station.

What is the best way to travel from Ballina to Cairns?

The best way to get from Ballina to Cairns is to bus via Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station which takes 35h 15m and costs $140.46 - $255.39. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $140.46 - $510.77 and takes 8h 35m.

Ballina to Cairns bus services, operated by Byron Easy Bus, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

Ballina to Cairns bus services, operated by Byron Easy Bus, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

How much time does it take to travel from Ballina to Cairns?

It takes 1 hour to travel from Ballina to Cairns.

Is it possible to drive from Ballina to Cairns?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballina and Cairns is 2001 kilometers. It takes approximately 23 hours and 13 minutes to drive from Ballina to Cairns.

Where can I find accommodation near Cairns?

There are 827+ hotels available in Cairns. Prices start at $84.89 per night.
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