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How to Travel from

Ballina to Melbourne

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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–$29.26
Bus from Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St to Casino
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$4.83

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.25–$59.78

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–$203.52
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$89.04–$216.24

SkyBus

Phone:
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
Website:
skybus.com.au
Bus from Avalon Airport to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$13.13

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Ballina to Central
Ave. Duration:
13h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.60–$89.04
Bus from Ballina to Chatswood
Ave. Duration:
13h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.60–$89.04

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

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$95.40–$419.76
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$559.67
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
5h 51m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.48–$470.64

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$95.40–$419.76
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$763.19
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
5h 51m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.48–$470.64

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
4h 2m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$127.20–$470.64
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$120.84–$699.59

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.34–$178.08

Questions and Answers

What is the most cost-effective way to travel from Ballina to Melbourne?

The most cost-effective way to travel from Ballina to Melbourne is to take a night bus and train, which costs $58.74 - $217.08 and takes 25h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3 hours and 49 minutes and costs $102.15 - $383.08.

Do you have to take a bus with multiple stops when traveling from Ballina to Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballina to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Ballina and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 30m.

How many kilometers is it from Ballina to Melbourne?

The distance between Ballina and Melbourne is 1298 km. The road distance is 1570.3 km.

How can I travel from Ballina to Melbourne without using a car?

The best way to get from Ballina to Melbourne without a car is to bus which takes 25 hours and 30 minutes and costs $108.54 - $421.39.

What is the travel time from Ballina to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 3 hours and 49 minutes to get from Ballina to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Melbourne bus from?

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

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

The best way to get from Ballina to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3 hours and 49 minutes and costs $102.15 - $383.08. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $108.54 - $421.39 and takes 25 hours and 30 minutes.

Ballina to Melbourne bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Greyhound Australia Ballina to Melbourne bus arrive?

Can you drive from Ballina to Melbourne?

The driving distance between Ballina to Melbourne is 1570 km. It takes approximately 16 hours and 38 minutes to drive from Ballina to Melbourne.

Which airlines offer flights from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport Airport to Melbourne Airport Airport?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas offer flights from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport Airport to Melbourne Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 4420+ hotels available in Melbourne. Prices start at $91.44 per night.
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