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Seven ways to Travel from Melbourne to Ballina

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Cheapest
By car (1 567 km)
16 h 24 min
1567 km.
from $86
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Plane to Ballina (Coffs Harbour Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
16 h 24 min
1567 km.
from $20.44
Bus
24 h 40 min
1274 km.
from $265.91
Bus, Plane (Fly Melbourne Airport to Gold Coast Airport)
6 h 10 min
1273 km.
from $182.95
Bus, Plane (Bus to Avalon Airport)
6 h 59 min
1273 km.
from $280.77
Bus via Sydney
25 h 11 min
1274 km.
from $175.83

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 Melbourne to Ballina?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Ballina?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Ballina is to fly which takes 4h 19m and costs $86.96 - $326.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Ballina?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne 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 40m.

Is there a direct flight between Melbourne and Ballina?

Yes, there are direct flights between Melbourne and Ballina; these take 2h and cost $76.09 - $304.35 .

How far is it from Melbourne to Ballina?

The distance between Melbourne and Ballina is 1296 km. The road distance is 1568 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Ballina without a car is to bus which takes 24h 40m and costs $86.96 - $358.70 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Melbourne to Ballina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Ballina bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Melbourne to Ballina?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Ballina is to fly which takes 4h 19m and costs $86.96 - $326.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $86.96 - $358.70 and takes 24h 40m.

Where does the Melbourne to Ballina bus arrive?

Melbourne to Ballina bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Ballina?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Ballina is 1568 km. It takes approximately 16h 44m to drive from Melbourne 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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