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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Rainbow Beach to Ballina

Composite routes from Rainbow Beach to Ballina

Cheapest
5 h 7 min
Car
389 km.
from $21
Other
9 h 8 min
332 km.
from $98.17
9 h 41 min
Bus, Train
331 km.
from $79.78
10 h 19 min
Bus, Plane
331 km.
from $273.05
10 h 52 min
332 km.
from $54.17
11 h 50 min
332 km.
from $93.37
8 h 53 min
Bus, Plane
331 km.
from $266.17

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 5
Translink
Website
Greyhound Australia
Website
Premier Motor Service
Website
Byron Easy Bus
Website
Brisbane 2 Byron Express Bus
Website
Translink
Website
2h 13m
4 times a day
$6.19–$8.84
13 12 30
13 12 30
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Greyhound Australia
Website
4h 40m
Twice daily
$36.63–$75.79
1300 473946
1300 473946
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Premier Motor Service
Website
4h 50m
Once daily
$30.31–$41.68
13 34 10
13 34 10
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Byron Easy Bus
Website
3h 28m
4 times a day
$41.68–$50.52
+612 6685 7447
+612 6685 7447
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Brisbane 2 Byron Express Bus
Website
3h
4 times a day
$43.78–$56.84
+61 (0)2 6685 7447
+61 (0)2 6685 7447
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Airlines
Found: 3
Jetstar
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Qantas
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Virgin Australia
Website
Jetstar
Website
6h 25m
Every day
$113.68–$479.98
Qantas
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5h 31m
Every day
$113.68–$821.01
Virgin Australia
Website
5h 10m
Friday and Sunday
$151.57–$555.76
Train operators
Found: 1
Queensland Rail Travel
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Queensland Rail Travel
Website
2h 7m
Twice daily
$4.80–$340.68
1800 872 467
1800 872 467
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Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Ballina?

The cheapest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Ballina is to bus via Logan City which costs $45.65 - $65.22 and takes 10h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Ballina?

The fastest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Ballina is to drive which takes 4h 54m and costs $51.09 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Rainbow Beach and Ballina?

No, there is no direct bus from Rainbow Beach to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Rainbow Beach and arriving at Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchange via Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 8m.

How far is it from Rainbow Beach to Ballina?

The distance between Rainbow Beach and Ballina is 508 km. The road distance is 425.2 km.

How do I travel from Rainbow Beach to Ballina without a car?

The best way to get from Rainbow Beach to Ballina without a car is to bus which takes 9h 8m and costs $45.65 - $108.70 .

How long does it take to get from Rainbow Beach to Ballina?

It takes approximately 9h 8m to get from Rainbow Beach to Ballina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rainbow Beach to Ballina bus from?

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

Where does the Rainbow Beach to Ballina bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Rainbow Beach and Ballina?

Ballina is 1h ahead of Rainbow Beach. It is currently 16:30 in Rainbow Beach and 17:30 in Ballina.

Can I drive from Rainbow Beach to Ballina?

Yes, the driving distance between Rainbow Beach to Ballina is 425 km. It takes approximately 4h 54m to drive from Rainbow Beach to Ballina.

Where can I stay near Ballina?

There are 523+ hotels available in Ballina. Prices start at $53.21 per night.
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