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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ballina to Childers

Composite routes from Ballina to Childers

Cheapest
5 h 37 min
Car
497 km.
from $27
Other
11 h 16 min
Bus, Train
422 km.
from $111.10
12 h 28 min
422 km.
from $397.93
7 h 43 min
Bus, Plane
422 km.
from $251.88
12 h 10 min
422 km.
from $96.98
15 h 21 min
422 km.
from $98.48
8 h 6 min
Bus, Plane
422 km.
from $255.71
9 h 5 min
Bus, Plane
422 km.
from $196.66

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 Hervey Bay to Childers
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.78–$20.65
Bus from Brisbane to Childers
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.13–$81.52

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$18.48–$26.09
Bus from Hervey Bay to Childers
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.04–$18.48
Bus from Brisbane to Childers
Ave. Duration:
8h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.43–$42.39
Bus from Ballina to Upper
Ave. Duration:
5h 12m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$29.35
Bus from Aspley Gympie Road to Childers
Ave. Duration:
7h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.78–$47.83

Byron Easy Bus

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

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

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Thursday and Friday
Estimated price:
$97.83–$380.43

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$304.35
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Thursday and Friday
Estimated price:
$97.83–$380.43
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Bundaberg
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$423.91

Link Airways

Website:
linkairways.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Bundaberg
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$119.57–$260.87

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Howard
Ave. Duration:
4h 6m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.24–$657.66

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ballina to Childers is to bus which costs $54.35 - $81.52 and takes 15h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Childers is to drive which takes 5h 53m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Ballina and Childers?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballina to Childers. However, there are services departing from Ballina Hospital, Bentinck St and arriving at Childers via Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 10m.

How far is it from Ballina to Childers?

The distance between Ballina and Childers is 523 km. The road distance is 499.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballina to Childers without a car is to bus and train which takes 11h 16m and costs $23.91 - $815.22 .

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

It takes approximately 11h 16m to get from Ballina to Childers, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Childers bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Ballina to Childers?

The best way to get from Ballina to Childers is to train which takes 12h 28m and costs $28.26 - $760.87 . Alternatively, you can bus via Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station, which costs $34.78 - $141.30 and takes 12h 10m. There are no good options to bus between Ballina to Childers.

Where does the Ballina to Childers bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Ballina and Childers?

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

Can I drive from Ballina to Childers?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballina to Childers is 499 km. It takes approximately 5h 53m to drive from Ballina to Childers.

Where can I stay near Childers?

There are eight+ hotels available in Childers. Prices start at $55.45 per night.
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