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How to Travel from

Cairns to Ballina Airport

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Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.08–$610.55
Plane from Cairns to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$623.27
Plane from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$457.92

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
5h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.08–$623.27
Plane from Cairns to Gold
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$368.88–$1,208.39
Plane from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$572.39

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
8h 40m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$228.96–$699.59
Plane from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$508.80

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$190.80–$483.36

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Byron
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.62–$30.53
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
29h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.92–$190.80

Byron Easy Bus

Phone:
+612 6685 7447
Website:
byronbayshuttle.com.au
Bus from Gold Coast Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$33.07–$39.43
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Byron
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$40.70–$48.34
Bus from Brisbane International to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$47.06–$54.70
Bus from Brisbane International to Byron
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$44.52–$52.15

Brisbane 2 Byron Express Bus

Phone:
+61 (0)2 6685 7447
Website:
brisbane2byron.com/
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Byron
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$43.25–$53.22
Bus from Brisbane International to Byron
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$45.93–$59.78

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Cairns Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
25h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$61.06–$4,498.63

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to Ballina Airport (BNK)?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Ballina Airport (BNK) is to bus which costs $141.30 - $217.39 and takes 34h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Ballina Airport (BNK)?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Ballina Airport (BNK) is to fly which takes 7h 10m and costs $152.17 - $521.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Ballina Airport (BNK)?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Ballina Airport (BNK). However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, Southern Cross Dr via Brisbane Roma Street and Byron Bay Interchange, Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 18m.

Is there a direct flight between Cairns and Ballina Airport (BNK)?

There are no direct flights between Cairns and Ballina Airport (BNK). The fastest has 1 change and takes 5h 45m and costs $152.17 - $521.74 .

How far is it from Cairns to Ballina Airport (BNK)?

The distance between Cairns and Ballina Airport (BNK) is 1557 km. The road distance is 2000.2 km.

How do I travel from Cairns to Ballina Airport (BNK) without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns to Ballina Airport (BNK) without a car is to train and bus which takes 30h 33m and costs $70.65 - $3913.04 .

How long does it take to get from Cairns to Ballina Airport (BNK)?

It takes approximately 7h 10m to get from Cairns to Ballina Airport (BNK), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Ballina Airport (BNK) bus from?

Cairns to Ballina Airport (BNK) bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Cairns Central Station.

Bus or fly from Cairns to Ballina Airport (BNK)?

The best way to get from Cairns to Ballina Airport (BNK) is to fly which takes 7h 10m and costs $152.17 - $521.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $141.30 - $217.39 and takes 34h 18m.

Where does the Cairns to Ballina Airport (BNK) bus arrive?

Cairns to Ballina Airport (BNK) bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

What is the time difference between Cairns and Ballina Airport (BNK)?

Ballina Airport (BNK) is 1h ahead of Cairns. It is currently 03:45 in Cairns and 04:45 in Ballina Airport (BNK).

Can I drive from Cairns to Ballina Airport (BNK)?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Ballina Airport (BNK) is 2000 km. It takes approximately 23h 13m to drive from Cairns to Ballina Airport (BNK).

Where can I stay near Ballina Airport (BNK)?

There are 823+ hotels available in Ballina Airport (BNK). Prices start at $111.30 per night.
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