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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ballina to Central Coast

Composite routes from Ballina to Central Coast

Cheapest
7 h 1 min
Car
660 km.
from $36
Other
5 h 42 min
Bus, Plane
540 km.
from $142.77
14 h 43 min
Bus, Train
540 km.
from $39.74
14 h 12 min
Bus, Train
540 km.
from $24.61
7 h 14 min
Bus, Plane
540 km.
from $169.57
7 h 27 min
Bus, Plane
540 km.
from $181.85
9 h 38 min
Bus, Plane
540 km.
from $160.68
14 h 43 min
Bus, Train
540 km.
from $104.97

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Gosford
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.48–$5.22
Train from Casino Station to Gosford
Ave. Duration:
10h 26m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.70–$22.83
Train from Hamilton Station to Gosford
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.59–$5.22
Train from Grafton Station to Gosford
Ave. Duration:
9h 3m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.61–$19.57
Train from Newcastle Interchange to Gosford
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.59–$5.33
Bus from Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St to Casino
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.12–$4.13
Bus from Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St to Grafton
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.12–$9.24

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Ballina to Yamba
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$14.13–$23.91
Bus from Yamba YHA to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
8h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$52.17–$119.57

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Ballina to Tuggerah
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$50.00–$70.65
Bus from Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St to Grafton
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$29.35

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:
$27.17–$32.61
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

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$29.35–$271.74
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$40.22–$456.52
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$47.83–$336.96
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$48.91–$413.04

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$29.35–$326.09
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$40.22–$532.61
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$47.83–$336.96
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$369.57

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$41.30–$326.09
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.78–$500.00
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$391.30

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ballina to Central Coast?

The cheapest way to get from Ballina to Central Coast is to night bus and train which costs $10.87 - $30.43 and takes 14h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballina to Central Coast?

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Central Coast is to fly and train which takes 5h 42m and costs $48.91 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Ballina and Central Coast?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballina to Central Coast. However, there are services departing from Ballina and arriving at Wisemans Ferry Rd Opp 1396 via Westfield Tuggerah, Stand C and Gosford Station, Stand F. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 4m.

How far is it from Ballina to Central Coast?

The distance between Ballina and Central Coast is 725 km. The road distance is 660.8 km.

How do I travel from Ballina to Central Coast without a car?

The best way to get from Ballina to Central Coast without a car is to bus which takes 14h 4m and costs $54.35 - $76.09 .

How long does it take to get from Ballina to Central Coast?

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Ballina to Central Coast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Central Coast bus from?

Ballina to Central Coast bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Ballina station.

Where does the Ballina to Central Coast bus arrive?

Ballina to Central Coast bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Tuggerah Westfield Plaza station.

Can I drive from Ballina to Central Coast?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballina to Central Coast is 661 km. It takes approximately 7h 9m to drive from Ballina to Central Coast.

Where can I stay near Central Coast?

There are 659+ hotels available in Central Coast. Prices start at $71.64 per night.
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