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Ballarat to Ballina

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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:
$8.15–$20.65
Train from Central Station to Casino
Ave. Duration:
11h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.24–$23.91
Bus from Grafton Station, Coach Stop to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.12–$8.70
Bus from Casino Station, Coach Bay to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.12–$4.02

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Ballarat to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$34.78–$48.91
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.78–$48.91

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:
$70.65–$173.91
Bus from Central Station to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
12h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$70.65–$163.04

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
13h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$53.26–$76.09
Bus from Grafton Station, Coach Stop to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.57–$28.26
Bus from Chatswood to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
12h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$52.17–$76.09

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:
$26.09–$31.52

Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus

Phone:
03 5333 4181
Website:
airportshuttlebus.com.au/
Bus from Ballarat to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$29.30

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$81.52–$358.70
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$510.87
Plane from Avalon Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$97.83–$423.91

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$81.52–$358.70
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$652.17
Plane from Avalon Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$97.83–$423.91

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
3h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$391.30
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$103.26–$543.48

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:
$39.13–$152.17

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Ballarat to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.35–$5.98
Train from Ballarat to Footscray
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.35–$5.98

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Ballina is to train and night bus which costs $52.17 - $195.65 and takes 28h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Ballina is to bus and fly which takes 5h 27m and costs $97.83 - $369.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Ballina?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Ballina via Southern Cross Coach Terminal and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 15m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Ballina?

The distance between Ballarat and Ballina is 1395 km. The road distance is 1665.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Ballina without a car is to bus which takes 27h 15m and costs $119.57 - $391.30 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Ballarat to Ballina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Ballina bus from?

Ballarat to Ballina bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Ballarat station.

Where does the Ballarat to Ballina bus arrive?

Ballarat to Ballina bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Ballarat and Ballina?

It is currently 17:28 at both, Ballarat and Ballina.

Can I drive from Ballarat to Ballina?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Ballina is 1666 km. It takes approximately 17h 41m to drive from Ballarat 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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