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

The cheapest way to get from Ballina to Helensvale is to bus which costs $14 - $20 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Helensvale is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Ballina and Helensvale?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballina to Helensvale. However, there are services departing from Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St and arriving at Surfers Paradise Boulevard At Laycock St via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Ballina to Helensvale?

The distance between Ballina and Helensvale is 126 km. The road distance is 127.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballina to Helensvale without a car is to bus and tram which takes 2h 36m and costs $29 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Ballina to Helensvale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Helensvale bus from?

Ballina to Helensvale bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St station.

Where does the Ballina to Helensvale bus arrive?

Ballina to Helensvale bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Surfers Paradise Boulevard At Laycock St station.

Can I drive from Ballina to Helensvale?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballina to Helensvale is 127 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Ballina to Helensvale.

Where can I stay near Helensvale?

There are 2381+ hotels available in Helensvale.

Ballina to Helensvale - 4 ways to travel via bus, tram, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ballina to Helensvale by bus, tram, or car

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Bus, tram
best
1. Take the bus from Ballina to Surfers Paradisebus Brisbane
2. Take the tram from Cavill Avenue station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 4tram L1
2h 36m
$30–45
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St to Surfers Paradise Boulevard At Laycock Stbus 173 / ...
3h 43m
$14–20
Drive 127.1 km
1. Drive from Ballina to Helensvalecar 127.1 km
1h 23m
$23–33
Bus, tram via Burleigh Heads station, platform 1
1. Take the bus from Ballina to Burleigh Headsbus Pm12
2. Take the tram from Burleigh Heads station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 4tram L1
3h 59m
$28–38

Ballina to Helensvale by bus and tram

14Weekly Services

2h 36mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 126.3 km
Duration: 2h 36m

What companies run services between Ballina, NSW, Australia and Helensvale, QLD, Australia?

NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St to Surfers Paradise Boulevard At Laycock St 4 times a day. Tickets cost $13–19 and the journey takes 3h 2m.

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