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How to Travel from

Ballina to Lake Macquarie

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Morisset
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.58–$7.63
Train from Casino Station to Fassifern
Ave. Duration:
9h 44m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.54–$24.17
Train from Grafton Station to Fassifern
Ave. Duration:
8h 21m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.27–$21.62
Bus from Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St to Casino
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$4.83
Bus from Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St to Grafton
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$10.81

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Ballina to Yamba
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.54–$27.98
Bus from Yamba YHA to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
8h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$61.06–$139.92

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Ballina to Charlestown
Ave. Duration:
10h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.70–$76.32
Bus from Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St to Grafton
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.17–$34.34

Byron Easy Bus

Phone:
+612 6685 7447
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:
$31.80–$38.16
Bus from Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchange to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$45.79–$54.70

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$34.34–$318.00
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$47.06–$534.23
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$55.97–$394.32
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$55.97–$356.16
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$57.24–$483.36

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$34.34–$381.60
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$47.06–$623.27
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$55.97–$394.32
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$55.97–$381.60
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$432.48

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$48.34–$381.60
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.96–$585.11
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$445.20
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$457.92

Questions and Answers

What is the most affordable way to travel from Ballina to Lake Macquarie by public transport?

$11.49 - $33.20

Does a direct bus run between Ballina and Lake Macquarie?

No direct bus is available between Ballina and Lake Macquarie. However, there are services departing from Ballina and arriving at 225 Fishing Point Rd via Charlestown Square, Pearson St, Stand A and Old Toronto Station, Victory Pde. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13 hours and 8 minutes.

How many kilometers is the distance between Ballina and Lake Macquarie?

The distance between Ballina and Lake Macquarie is 761 kilometers. The road distance is 609.5 kilometers.

What is the most effective way to travel from Ballina to Lake Macquarie without a car?

The best way to get from Ballina to Lake Macquarie without a car is to bus which takes 13 hours and 8 minutes and costs $57.46 to $83.00.

How long is the journey from Ballina to Lake Macquarie, including transfers?

It takes approximately 6 hours and 9 minutes to get from Ballina to Lake Macquarie, including transfers.

Where can I catch the Ballina to Lake Macquarie bus?

Ballina to Lake Macquarie bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Ballina station.

Where does the bus from Ballina to Lake Macquarie stop?

Premier Motor Service operates bus services between Ballina and Lake Macquarie, with stops at Charlestown station.

Can you drive from Ballina to Lake Macquarie?

The driving distance between Ballina and Lake Macquarie is 610 kilometers. It takes approximately 6 hours and 49 minutes to drive from Ballina to Lake Macquarie.

Where can I find accommodation near Lake Macquarie?

There are 528+ hotels available in Lake Macquarie. Prices start at $104.72 per night.
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