What is the cheapest way to get from Ballina to Crescent Head?

The cheapest way to get from Ballina to Crescent Head is to bus which costs $45 - $80 and takes 7h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballina to Crescent Head?

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Crescent Head is to drive which takes 3h 41m and costs $55 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Ballina and Crescent Head?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballina to Crescent Head. However, there are services departing from Ballina Service Center and arriving at Crescent Head Country Club, Rankine St via Belgrave St After Stuart St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

How far is it from Ballina to Crescent Head?

The distance between Ballina and Crescent Head is 347 km. The road distance is 328 km.

How do I travel from Ballina to Crescent Head without a car?

The best way to get from Ballina to Crescent Head without a car is to bus which takes 7h 20m and costs $45 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Ballina to Crescent Head?

It takes approximately 7h 20m to get from Ballina to Crescent Head, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Crescent Head bus from?

Ballina to Crescent Head bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Ballina Service Center station.

Where does the Ballina to Crescent Head bus arrive?

Ballina to Crescent Head bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Kempsey station.

Can I drive from Ballina to Crescent Head?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballina to Crescent Head is 328 km. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Ballina to Crescent Head.

Where can I stay near Crescent Head?

There are 168+ hotels available in Crescent Head.

Ballina to Crescent Head - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ballina to Crescent Head by bus, car, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ballina Service Center to Kempseybus Au001
7h 20m
$47–77
Drive 328 km
1. Drive from Ballina to Crescent Headcar 328 km
3h 41m
$60–86
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Interchange – Tamar Street to Coffs Harbour Stationbus Dt19
2. Take the train from Coffs Harbour Station to Kempsey Stationtrain 34 / ...
7h 38m
$110–263
Bus via Macksville
1. Take the bus from Ballina to Macksvillebus Pm11
2. Take the bus from Winifred St At Cooper St to Smith St After Savages Lanebus 468
8h 46m
$53–76

Ballina to Crescent Head by bus and train

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7h 38mAverage Duration

$110Cheapest Price

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Distance: 347.4 km
Duration: 7h 20m

What companies run services between Ballina, NSW, Australia and Crescent Head, NSW, Australia?

FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Ballina Service Center to Kempsey once daily. Tickets cost $40–75 and the journey takes 5h 55m.

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