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16 h 25 min
1571 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Southern Cross to Ballina

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Cheapest
By car (1 571 km)
16 h 25 min
1571 km.
from $86
Fastest
Plane to Ballina (Coffs Harbour Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
16 h 25 min
1571 km.
from $20.49
Bus
24 h 44 min
1276 km.
from $265.91
Bus, Plane (Fly Melbourne Airport to Gold Coast Airport)
6 h 16 min
1275 km.
from $182.95
Bus, Plane (Bus to Avalon Airport)
7 h 3 min
1275 km.
from $280.77

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Grafton
Ave. Duration:
9h 56m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.10–$25.26
Train from Central Station to Casino
Ave. Duration:
11h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.74–$29.05
Bus from Grafton Station, Coach Stop to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$10.74
Bus from Casino Station, Coach Bay to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$4.80

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.95–$59.37

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$88.42–$214.73
Bus from Central Station to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
12h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$82.10–$202.10

SkyBus

Phone:
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
Email:
Website:
skybus.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$13.04

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
13h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.15–$88.42
Bus from Grafton Station, Coach Stop to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.00–$34.10
Bus from Chatswood to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
12h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.15–$88.42

Byron Easy Bus

Phone:
+612 6685 7447
Email:
Website:
byronbayshuttle.com.au
Bus from Gold Coast Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$32.84–$39.16

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$94.73–$416.82
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.10–$555.76
Plane from Avalon Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$164.20–$530.50

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$94.73–$416.82
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.10–$757.86
Plane from Avalon Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$164.20–$530.50

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
3h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$467.35
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.99–$694.70

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 2m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.00–$176.83

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Ballina?

The cheapest way to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Ballina is to train and night bus which costs $50 - $184.78 and takes 25h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Ballina?

The fastest way to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Ballina is to fly which takes 4h 24m and costs $86.96 - $326.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Southern Cross (Station) and Ballina?

No, there is no direct bus from Southern Cross (Station) to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Ballina via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 44m.

How far is it from Southern Cross (Station) to Ballina?

The distance between Southern Cross (Station) and Ballina is 1297 km. The road distance is 1573.4 km.

How do I travel from Southern Cross (Station) to Ballina without a car?

The best way to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Ballina without a car is to bus which takes 24h 44m and costs $86.96 - $358.70 .

How long does it take to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Ballina?

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Ballina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southern Cross (Station) to Ballina bus from?

Southern Cross (Station) to Ballina bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Bus or fly from Southern Cross (Station) to Ballina?

The best way to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Ballina is to fly which takes 4h 24m and costs $86.96 - $326.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $86.96 - $358.70 and takes 24h 44m.

Where does the Southern Cross (Station) to Ballina bus arrive?

Southern Cross (Station) to Ballina bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Southern Cross (Station) to Ballina?

Yes, the driving distance between Southern Cross (Station) to Ballina is 1573 km. It takes approximately 16h 45m to drive from Southern Cross (Station) 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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