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How to Travel from

Melbourne Airport 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:
$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

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:
$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
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
Bus from Brisbane International to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$46.73–$54.31

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 Melbourne Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.36–$694.70

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 Melbourne Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$694.70

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
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$694.70

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Broadmeadows Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
10h 36m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$46.73–$176.83

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballina?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballina is to train and night bus which costs $50 - $184.78 and takes 26h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballina?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballina is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs $76.09 - $304.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Ballina?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and arriving at Ballina via Southern Cross Coach Terminal and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 3m.

How far is it from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballina?

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Ballina is 1275 km. The road distance is 1561.1 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballina without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballina without a car is to bus which takes 26h 3m and costs $97.83 - $369.57 .

How long does it take to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballina?

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballina bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballina?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballina is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs $76.09 - $304.35 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $97.83 - $369.57 and takes 26h 3m.

Where does the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballina bus arrive?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballina bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballina?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballina is 1561 km. It takes approximately 16h 33m to drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballina.

Which airlines fly from Melbourne Airport Airport to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport Airport?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas offer flights from Melbourne Airport Airport to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near Ballina?

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