How to Travel from
Ballina to Melbourne Airport
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Ballina, Australia → Melbourne Airport, Australia
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ballina to Melbourne Airport
Composite routes from Ballina to Melbourne Airport
Cheapest
16 h 13 min
Car
1560 km.
from $85
Other
25 h 50 min
Bus, Train
1268 km.
from $87.76
4 h 52 min
Bus, Plane
1268 km.
from $171.63
7 h 11 min
Bus, Plane
1268 km.
from $184.49
25 h 58 min
1268 km.
from $284.54
Route Navigator Ballina - Melbourne Airport
Get all the information you need right here
Continue onto Cherry Street
Cherry Street, 91 м
91 м
At roundabout, take exit 3 onto Bentinck Street
Bentinck Street, 257 м
257 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Bentinck Street
Bentinck Street, 489 м
489 м
Turn left onto Kerr Street
Kerr Street, 1 km 757 м
1 km 757 м
Turn right onto River Street
River Street, 2 km 587 м
2 km 587 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto River Street
River Street, 1 km 722 м
1 km 722 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto River Street
River Street, 377 м
377 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto River Street
River Street, 1 km 68 м
1 km 68 м
At roundabout, take exit 1 onto Pacific Motorway Onramp
Pacific Motorway Onramp, 204 km 717 м
204 km 717 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Pacific Highway
Pacific Highway, 357 km 568 м
357 km 568 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Pacific Highway
Pacific Highway, 7 km 208 м
7 km 208 м
Keep right onto Pacific Highway and take A43, A1 toward Maitland, Sydney
Pacific Highway, Maitland, Sydney, A43, A1, 4 km 312 м
4 km 312 м
Keep left onto John Renshaw Drive and drive toward Sydney, Kurri Kurri, Singleton
John Renshaw Drive, Sydney, Kurri Kurri, Singleton, 1 km 231 м
1 km 231 м
Keep left onto Pacific Motorway and take M1 toward Wallsend, Sydney
Pacific Motorway, Wallsend, Sydney, M1, 126 km 963 м
126 km 963 м
Keep left onto NorthConnex
NorthConnex, 14 km 590 м
14 km 590 м
Keep left onto Windsor Road Offramp and drive toward Parramatta, Baulkham Hills
Windsor Road Offramp, Parramatta, Baulkham Hills, 325 м
325 м
Keep left onto Windsor Road Offramp and drive toward Parramatta, Baulkham Hills
Windsor Road Offramp, Parramatta, Baulkham Hills, 3 km 968 м
3 km 968 м
Keep right
2 km 608 м
2 km 608 м
Keep left onto A28
16 km 38 м
16 km 38 м
Turn right onto Copeland Street
Copeland Street, 6 km 30 м
6 km 30 м
Keep left onto Campbelltown Road
Campbelltown Road, 1 km 120 м
1 km 120 м
Keep left onto Hume Motorway Onramp and take M31 toward Campbelltown, Goulburn, Canberra
Hume Motorway Onramp, Campbelltown, Goulburn, Canberra, M31, 165 km 68 м
165 km 68 м
Continue onto Hume Highway and drive toward Yass, Gundagai, Melbourne
Hume Highway, Yass, Gundagai, Melbourne, 608 km 286 м
608 km 286 м
Keep left onto Wallan - Whittlesea Road Offramp and take C727 toward Wallan, Whittlesea
Wallan - Whittlesea Road Offramp, Wallan, Whittlesea, C727, 1 km 561 м
1 km 561 м
Continue onto Wallan - Whittlesea Road Offramp
Wallan - Whittlesea Road Offramp, 60 м
60 м
Turn right onto Watson Street
Watson Street, 2 km 599 м
2 km 599 м
Turn left onto High Street
High Street, 1 km 749 м
1 km 749 м
Turn right onto Taylors Lane
Taylors Lane, 2 km 822 м
2 km 822 м
Turn left onto Rowes Lane
Rowes Lane, 2 km 655 м
2 km 655 м
Turn left onto Old Sydney Road
Old Sydney Road, 13 km 418 м
13 km 418 м
Continue onto Mickleham Road
Mickleham Road, 2 km 701 м
2 km 701 м
Turn right onto Bardwell Drive
Bardwell Drive, 3 km 78 м
3 km 78 м
Turn left onto Konagaderra Road
Konagaderra Road, 3 km 327 м
3 km 327 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Oaklands Road
Oaklands Road, 5 km 936 м
5 km 936 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Oaklands Road
Oaklands Road, 2 km 634 м
2 km 634 м
Keep left and take C743 toward Melbourne
Melbourne, C743, 3 km 344 м
3 km 344 м
Keep left onto Tullamarine In - Centre Ramp Of and drive toward Airport
Tullamarine In - Centre Ramp Of, Airport, 267 м
267 м
Keep right onto Tullamarine In-Centre Ramp Of and drive toward Airport
Tullamarine In-Centre Ramp Of, Airport, 1 km 949 м
1 km 949 м
Keep right onto Centre Road and drive toward Transport Hub, T4, Long Term Parking
Centre Road, Transport Hub, T4, Long Term Parking, 99 м
99 м
Turn sharp right onto Airport Drive
Airport Drive, 9 м
9 м
Continue onto Grants Road
Grants Road, 134 м
134 м
Keep right onto Grants Road
Grants Road, 219 м
219 м
Arrive at destination
Transport providers
Bus operators
Transport for NSW
Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Casino Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 44m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.24–$25.00
Bus from Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St to Casino
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.12–$4.13
Firefly Express
Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$51.09
Greyhound Australia
Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Ballina to Central
Ave. Duration:
13h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$70.65–$173.91
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.09–$184.78
Premier Motor Service
Bus from Ballina to Chatswood
Ave. Duration:
13h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.35–$76.09
Bus from Ballina to Central
Ave. Duration:
13h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.35–$76.09
Byron Easy Bus
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 Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$81.52–$358.70
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$478.26
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$597.83
Qantas
Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$81.52–$358.70
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$652.17
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$597.83
Virgin Australia
Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
4h 2m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$108.70–$402.17
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$103.26–$597.83
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$597.83
Train operators
NSW TrainLink XPT
Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Broadmeadows
Ave. Duration:
10h 14m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$40.22–$152.17
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Ballina to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?
The cheapest way to get from Ballina to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is to night bus and train which costs $48.91 - $184.78 and takes 25h 50m.
What is the fastest way to get from Ballina to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?
The fastest way to get from Ballina to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is to fly which takes 3h 20m and costs $76.09 - $315.22 .
Is there a direct bus between Ballina and Melbourne Airport (MEL)?
No, there is no direct bus from Ballina to Melbourne Airport (MEL). However, there are services departing from Ballina and arriving at Melbourne Airport T3 Skybus/Arrival Dr via Central Station and Skybus Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 58m.
How far is it from Ballina to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?
The distance between Ballina and Melbourne Airport (MEL) is 1275 km. The road distance is 1559 km.
How do I travel from Ballina to Melbourne Airport (MEL) without a car?
The best way to get from Ballina to Melbourne Airport (MEL) without a car is to bus and night train which takes 25h 20m and costs $92.39 - $239.13 .
How long does it take to get from Ballina to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?
It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Ballina to Melbourne Airport (MEL), including transfers.
Where do I catch the Ballina to Melbourne Airport (MEL) bus from?
Ballina to Melbourne Airport (MEL) bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Ballina station.
Bus or fly from Ballina to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?
The best way to get from Ballina to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is to fly which takes 3h 20m and costs $76.09 - $315.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $103.26 - $369.57 and takes 25h 58m.
Where does the Ballina to Melbourne Airport (MEL) bus arrive?
Ballina to Melbourne Airport (MEL) bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.
What is the time difference between Ballina and Melbourne Airport (MEL)?
It is currently 23:34 at both, Ballina and Melbourne Airport (MEL).
Can I drive from Ballina to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?
Yes, the driving distance between Ballina to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is 1559 km. It takes approximately 16h 28m to drive from Ballina to Melbourne Airport (MEL).
Where can I stay near Melbourne Airport (MEL)?
There are 3766+ hotels available in Melbourne Airport (MEL). Prices start at $77.84 per night.
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