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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ballina to Caloundra

Composite routes from Ballina to Caloundra

Cheapest
3 h 3 min
Car
279 km.
from $15
Other
6 h 24 min
Bus, Train
232 km.
from $44.10
8 h 32 min
232 km.
from $37.63
7 h 8 min
Bus, Train
232 km.
from $37.62
8 h 27 min
Bus, Train
232 km.
from $30.41

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 to Fortitude
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.91–$5.43
Train from Fortitude Valley station, platform 4 to Landsborough
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.48–$4.89
Train from Beenleigh station, platform 2 to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.17–$3.04
Train from Bowen Hills station, platform 4 to Landsborough
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.37–$4.89
Bus from Abbotsford Rd at Bowen Hills to Landsborough
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.07–$2.93

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:
$0.12–$7.61

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Ballina to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$23.91–$41.30

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Ballina to Beenleigh
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$18.48–$26.09
Bus from Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$18.48–$25.00

Byron Easy Bus

Phone:
+612 6685 7447
Email:
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:
$26.09–$31.52
Bus from Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 56m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$33.70–$40.22

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:
$36.96–$43.65

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Sunshine
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$97.83–$402.17

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Sunshine
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$97.83–$706.52

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:
$130.43–$467.39

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ballina to Caloundra is to bus and train which costs $26.09 - $35.87 and takes 8h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Caloundra is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs $33.70 - $48.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Ballina and Caloundra?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballina to Caloundra. However, there are services departing from Ballina Hospital, Bentinck St and arriving at Bowman Rd near First Ave via Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station, Roma Street Stop 125 at Transit Centre, Abbotsford Rd at Bowen Hills and Landsborough station, stop A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

How far is it from Ballina to Caloundra?

The distance between Ballina and Caloundra is 302 km. The road distance is 279.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballina to Caloundra without a car is to bus and train via Robina which takes 6h 24m and costs $39.13 - $48.91 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Ballina to Caloundra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Caloundra bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Ballina to Caloundra?

The best way to get from Ballina to Caloundra is to fly which takes 6h 37m and costs $103.26 - $413.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8.70 - $59.78 and takes 8h 32m. There are no good options to train between Ballina to Caloundra.

Where does the Ballina to Caloundra bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Ballina and Caloundra?

Caloundra is 1h behind Ballina. It is currently 19:06 in Ballina and 18:06 in Caloundra.

Can I drive from Ballina to Caloundra?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballina to Caloundra is 279 km. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Ballina to Caloundra.

Where can I stay near Caloundra?

There are 1295+ hotels available in Caloundra. Prices start at $74.61 per night.
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