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How to Travel from

Mackay to Ballina

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Casino
Ave. Duration:
2h 26m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$5.05–$9.47

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Mackay to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
16h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$113.68–$277.88
Bus from Coffs Harbour to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$32.84–$59.37

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.74–$32.84
Bus from Mackay to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.10–$119.99
Bus from Coffs Harbour to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.53–$36.63
Bus from Mackay to Aspley
Ave. Duration:
16h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.10–$119.99

Byron Easy Bus

Phone:
+612 6685 7447
Website:
byronbayshuttle.com.au
Bus from Brisbane International to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$46.73–$54.31
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
3h 28m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$44.21–$51.79

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Mackay to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$75.79–$366.30
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
18h 5m
Frequency:
Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$214.73–$694.70
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$88.42–$694.70

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Mackay to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$75.79–$442.08
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
18h 5m
Frequency:
Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$214.73–$694.70
Plane from Moranbah Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.57–$479.98
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$138.94–$694.70
Plane from Mackay to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
6h 28m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$202.10–$947.32

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Mackay to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$555.76
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
19h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$366.30–$694.70
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.36–$467.35
Plane from Mackay to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$138.94–$757.86

Link Airways

Website:
linkairways.com/
Plane from Mackay to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$227.36–$757.86

Alliance Airlines

Website:
allianceairlines.com.au/
Plane from Moranbah Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$202.10–$277.88

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Mackay to Roma
Ave. Duration:
13h 41m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$35.37–$2,547.48
Train from Mackay to Proserpine
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$4.55–$327.53

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mackay to Ballina is to bus via Aspley which costs $92.39 - $163.04 and takes 21h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mackay to Ballina is to fly and bus which takes 7h 41m and costs $108.70 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Mackay and Ballina?

No, there is no direct bus from Mackay to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Mackay and arriving at Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchange via Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 48m.

How far is it from Mackay to Ballina?

The distance between Mackay and Ballina is 1024 km. The road distance is 1135.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Mackay to Ballina without a car is to train and bus which takes 18h 9m and costs $50 - $2282.61 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 41m to get from Mackay to Ballina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mackay to Ballina bus from?

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

Train or bus from Mackay to Ballina?

The best way to get from Mackay to Ballina is to bus which takes 20h 48m and costs $92.39 - $282.61 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45.65 - $2282.61 and takes 20h 12m.

Where does the Mackay to Ballina bus arrive?

Mackay to Ballina bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

What is the time difference between Mackay and Ballina?

Ballina is 1h ahead of Mackay. It is currently 20:38 in Mackay and 21:38 in Ballina.

Can I drive from Mackay to Ballina?

Yes, the driving distance between Mackay to Ballina is 1136 km. It takes approximately 14h 40m to drive from Mackay to Ballina.

Where can I stay near Ballina?

There are 519+ hotels available in Ballina. Prices start at $55.45 per night.
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