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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ballina to Shoal Bay

Composite routes from Ballina to Shoal Bay

Cheapest
6 h 23 min
Car
597 km.
from $32
Other
5 h 13 min
Bus, Plane
448 km.
from $174.35
14 h 19 min
Bus, Train
448 km.
from $40.50
12 h 42 min
448 km.
from $120.80
13 h 47 min
Bus, Train
448 km.
from $25.37
7 h 18 min
Bus, Plane
448 km.
from $144.08
7 h 33 min
Bus, Plane
448 km.
from $138.29
8 h 50 min
Bus, Plane
448 km.
from $170.87
12 h 44 min
448 km.
from $57.93

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Casino Station to Broadmeadow
Ave. Duration:
9h 26m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.15–$20.65
Train from Central Station to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.24–$7.61
Train from Grafton Station to Broadmeadow
Ave. Duration:
8h 4m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.07–$17.39
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 Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
10h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$59.78–$141.30

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Ballina to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
10h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$45.65–$65.22
Bus from Ballina to Heatherbrae
Ave. Duration:
10h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$44.57–$65.22
Bus from Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St to Grafton
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$29.35

Port Stephens Coaches

Phone:
+61 0(2) 4982 2940
Email:
Website:
pscoaches.com.au/
Bus from Newcastle Airport, Williamtown Dr to Tomaree
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.17–$3.15
Bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand A to Tomaree
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.50–$3.59
Bus from Maitland Rd Before Beaumont St to Tomaree
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.50–$3.48

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 Gold Coast Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$47.83–$336.96
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$29.35–$271.74
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$47.83–$304.35
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$40.22–$456.52

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$47.83–$336.96
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$29.35–$326.09
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$47.83–$326.09
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$40.22–$532.61

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 Brisbane Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$380.43
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.78–$500.00

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ballina to Shoal Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Ballina to Shoal Bay is to night bus and train and bus which costs $13.04 - $32.61 and takes 13h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballina to Shoal Bay?

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Shoal Bay is to bus and fly which takes 5h 13m and costs $76.09 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Ballina and Shoal Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballina to Shoal Bay. However, there are services departing from Ballina and arriving at Tomaree Rd Before Verona Rd via Customs House, Watt St and Newcastle Interchange, Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 42m.

How far is it from Ballina to Shoal Bay?

The distance between Ballina and Shoal Bay is 680 km. The road distance is 595.1 km.

How do I travel from Ballina to Shoal Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Ballina to Shoal Bay without a car is to bus which takes 12h 42m and costs $51.09 - $141.30 .

How long does it take to get from Ballina to Shoal Bay?

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Ballina to Shoal Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Shoal Bay bus from?

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

Where does the Ballina to Shoal Bay bus arrive?

Ballina to Shoal Bay bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Newcastle station.

What is the time difference between Ballina and Shoal Bay?

It is currently 23:34 at both, Ballina and Shoal Bay.

Can I drive from Ballina to Shoal Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballina to Shoal Bay is 595 km. It takes approximately 6h 36m to drive from Ballina to Shoal Bay.

Where can I stay near Shoal Bay?

There are 1376+ hotels available in Shoal Bay. Prices start at $92.33 per night.
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