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How to Travel from

Ballina to Darwin

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Casino Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 44m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.81–$27.98
Bus from Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St to Grafton
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$10.18
Bus from Grafton Station, Coach Stop to Moree
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$16.54
Bus from Moree Station, Coach Stop to Central
Ave. Duration:
9h 39m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$27.98
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 Adelaide to Alice
Ave. Duration:
20h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$139.92–$356.16
Bus from Alice Springs to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
21h 35m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$139.92–$343.44
Bus from Ballina to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$27.98–$48.34

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St to Grafton
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.90–$33.07

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:
$30.53–$36.89
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

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$178.08–$623.27
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
8h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$228.96–$699.59
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.64–$699.59

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
8h 47m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$241.68–$1,144.79
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
8h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$228.96–$699.59
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
4h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.64–$1,017.59

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$279.84–$890.39

Train operators

Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific

Phone:
1800 703 357
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/indian-pacific/
Train from Sydney Central Station to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
25h 50m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$763.19–$2,671.17

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2d 21h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,532.24–$3,771.10

Journey Beyond - The Ghan

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/the-ghan/
Train from Adelaide Parklands to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
2d 6h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$651.17–$1,274.75

Questions and Answers

What is the most affordable way to travel from Ballina to Darwin?

The most affordable way to travel from Ballina to Darwin is to take a bus and fly, costing between $217.08 and $830.00 for a journey of 9 hours and 3 minutes.

What is the most efficient way to travel from Ballina to Darwin?

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Darwin is to bus and fly which takes 7 hours and 9 minutes and costs $229.85 - $702.31.

How can I travel from Ballina to Darwin by bus and train without a car?

The best way to get from Ballina to Darwin without a car is to bus and train via Alice Springs which takes 3 days 19h and costs $1,021.54 - $3,575.40.

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

It takes approximately 7 hours and 9 minutes to get from Ballina to Darwin, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Ballina and Darwin?

Darwin is 1 hour and 30 minutes behind Ballina. It is currently 17:29 in Ballina and 15:59 in Darwin.

How far is it from Ballina to Darwin by car?

The driving distance between Ballina and Darwin is 3588 km. It takes approximately 36 hours 7 minutes to drive from Ballina to Darwin.

Where can I find accommodation options near Darwin?

There are 439+ hotels available in Darwin. Prices start at $55.48 per night.
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