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How to Travel from

Melbourne to East 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

SkyBus

Phone:
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
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
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 Avalon Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$164.20–$530.50
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 Avalon Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$164.20–$530.50
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 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 East Ballina?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to East Ballina is to train and night bus which costs $52.17 - $184.78 and takes 26h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to East Ballina?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to East Ballina is to fly which takes 5h 41m and costs $92.39 - $326.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and East Ballina?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to East Ballina. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Pine Av At Coogee St via Central Station and Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 6m.

Is there a direct flight between Melbourne and East Ballina?

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

How far is it from Melbourne to East Ballina?

The distance between Melbourne and East Ballina is 1306 km. The road distance is 1570.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to East Ballina without a car is to bus which takes 25h 6m and costs $92.39 - $358.70 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Melbourne to East Ballina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to East Ballina bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Melbourne to East Ballina?

The best way to get from Melbourne to East Ballina is to fly which takes 5h 41m and costs $92.39 - $326.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $92.39 - $358.70 and takes 25h 6m.

Where does the Melbourne to East Ballina bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to East Ballina?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to East Ballina is 1571 km. It takes approximately 16h 47m to drive from Melbourne to East Ballina.

Where can I stay near East Ballina?

There are 745+ hotels available in East Ballina. Prices start at $111.30 per night.
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