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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ballina to Blackwater

Composite routes from Ballina to Blackwater

Cheapest
11 h 35 min
Car
995 km.
from $54
Other
8 h 18 min
Bus, Plane
750 km.
from $312.75
19 h 31 min
Bus, Train
750 km.
from $186.10
18 h 16 min
Bus, Train
750 km.
from $179.35
21 h 50 min
750 km.
from $201.52
11 h 9 min
Bus, Plane
750 km.
from $236.98
10 h 8 min
Bus, Plane
750 km.
from $348.62
20 h 43 min
750 km.
from $1021.30

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Casino Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.35–$8.15
Bus from Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.12–$7.61

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Emerald to Blackwater
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.87–$21.74
Bus from Brisbane to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
12h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$65.22–$152.17
Bus from Rockhampton to Blackwater
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$23.91–$41.30
Bus from Rockhampton Grammar to Blackwater
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$23.91–$41.30

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchange to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.57–$28.26
Bus from Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$18.48–$26.09
Bus from Brisbane to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
12h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$50.00–$70.65

Byron Easy Bus

Phone:
+612 6685 7447
Email:
Website:
byronbayshuttle.com.au
Bus from Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchange to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$39.13–$46.74
Bus from Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 56m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.87–$42.39

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:
$38.04–$45.48

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$500.00
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$434.78
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Moranbah
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$521.74

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$119.57–$478.26
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$445.65

Alliance Airlines

Website:
allianceairlines.com.au/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Moranbah
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$217.39–$293.48

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Blackwater
Ave. Duration:
13h 46m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$26.09–$1,901.80

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ballina to Blackwater?

The cheapest way to get from Ballina to Blackwater is to drive which costs $119.57 - $184.78 and takes 11h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballina to Blackwater?

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Blackwater is to bus and fly which takes 8h 18m and costs $173.91 - $532.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Ballina and Blackwater?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballina to Blackwater. However, there are services departing from Ballina Hospital, Bentinck St and arriving at Blackwater via Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station, Brisbane and Rockhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 50m.

How far is it from Ballina to Blackwater?

The distance between Ballina and Blackwater is 948 km. The road distance is 995.5 km.

How do I travel from Ballina to Blackwater without a car?

The best way to get from Ballina to Blackwater without a car is to bus and train which takes 18h 16m and costs $45.65 - $2065.22 .

How long does it take to get from Ballina to Blackwater?

It takes approximately 8h 18m to get from Ballina to Blackwater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Blackwater bus from?

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

Train or bus from Ballina to Blackwater?

The best way to get from Ballina to Blackwater is to bus which takes 21h 50m and costs $76.09 - $250 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $33.70 - $2065.22 and takes 20h 43m.

Where does the Ballina to Blackwater bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Ballina and Blackwater?

Blackwater is 1h behind Ballina. It is currently 23:33 in Ballina and 22:33 in Blackwater.

Can I drive from Ballina to Blackwater?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballina to Blackwater is 995 km. It takes approximately 11h 32m to drive from Ballina to Blackwater.

Where can I stay near Blackwater?

There are six+ hotels available in Blackwater. Prices start at $52.95 per night.
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