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How to Travel from

Ballina to Rainbow Beach

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Cooroy
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.23–$8.90

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 CBD Tamar St Bus Interchange to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$27.98–$49.61
Bus from Brisbane Airport Domestic to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.62–$69.96
Bus from Hervey Bay to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.35–$31.80
Bus from Brisbane to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$34.34–$63.60
Bus from Noosa Junction to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.35–$33.07

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Hervey Bay to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.81–$25.44
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 to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$27.98–$38.16
Bus from Cooroy to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.81–$25.44
Bus from Noosa Junction to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.08–$26.71

Byron Easy Bus

Phone:
+612 6685 7447
Website:
byronbayshuttle.com.au
Bus from Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchange to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$44.52–$52.15
Bus from Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 56m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$39.43–$47.06

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 Sunshine
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.48–$470.64
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Thursday and Friday
Estimated price:
$120.84–$496.08

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$343.44
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Sunshine
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.48–$826.79
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Thursday and Friday
Estimated price:
$120.84–$496.08

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Sunshine
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.64–$546.95

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Cooroy
Ave. Duration:
2h 4m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.83–$343.03

Questions and Answers

How much does it cost to travel from Ballina to Rainbow Beach by car?

$60.02 - $89.39

What is the most efficient method for traveling from Ballina to Rainbow Beach?

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Rainbow Beach is to drive which takes 4 hours and 56 minutes and costs $60.02 - $89.39.

Can I travel by bus directly from Ballina to Rainbow Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballina to Rainbow Beach. However, there are services departing from Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchange and arriving at Rainbow Beach via Brisbane Airport Domestic. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10 hours and 25 minutes.

What is the distance between Ballina and Rainbow Beach?

The distance between Ballina and Rainbow Beach is 499 km. The road distance is 426.1 km.

What is the most convenient way to get from Ballina to Rainbow Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Ballina to Rainbow Beach without a car is to bus which takes 10 hours and 25 minutes and costs $63.85 - $127.69.

How long does it take to travel from Ballina to Rainbow Beach?

It takes approximately 10 hours and 25 minutes to travel from Ballina to Rainbow Beach, including transfers.

Where can I catch the Ballina to Rainbow Beach bus from?

Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchange station

What is the best way to travel from Ballina to Rainbow Beach?

The best way to get from Ballina to Rainbow Beach is by bus which takes 10 hours and 25 minutes and costs between $63.85 and $127.69. There are no good options to train or fly between Ballina and Rainbow Beach.

What time does the bus arrive at the destination?

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What is the time difference between Ballina and Rainbow Beach?

Rainbow Beach is 1 hour behind Ballina. It is currently 17:29 in Ballina and 16:29 in Rainbow Beach.

Can I travel by car from Ballina to Rainbow Beach?

The driving distance between Ballina and Rainbow Beach is 426 kilometers. It takes approximately 4 hours and 56 minutes to drive from Ballina to Rainbow Beach.

Where can I find accommodation options near Rainbow Beach?

There are 192+ hotels available in Rainbow Beach. Prices start at $70.23 per night.
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