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

The cheapest way to get from Ballina to Kiama is to bus and train via Grafton which costs $75 - $290 and takes 16h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Kiama is to fly and train which takes 4h 50m and costs $95 - $330.

Is there a direct bus between Ballina and Kiama?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballina to Kiama. However, there are services departing from Ballina and arriving at Kiama Bombo via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 50m.

How far is it from Ballina to Kiama?

The distance between Ballina and Kiama is 726 km. The road distance is 835.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballina to Kiama without a car is to bus and train which takes 16h 31m and costs $110 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Ballina to Kiama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Kiama bus from?

Ballina to Kiama bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Ballina station.

Where does the Ballina to Kiama bus arrive?

Ballina to Kiama bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Ballina to Kiama?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballina to Kiama is 835 km. It takes approximately 9h 15m to drive from Ballina to Kiama.

Where can I stay near Kiama?

There are 646+ hotels available in Kiama.

Ballina to Kiama - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Ballina to Kiama by plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane BNK - SYD
2. Take the train from Wolli Creek Station to Kiama Stationtrain
4h 50m
$99–327
Bus, train via Grafton
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St to Grafton Station, Coach Stopbus 144
2. Take the train from Grafton Station to Central Stationtrain 34 / ...
3. Take the train from Central Station to Kiama Stationtrain Sco
16h 38m
$77–281
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ballina Service Center to Sydney Central Stationbus Au001
2. Take the train from Central Station to Kiama Stationtrain Sco
16h 31m
$113–183
Drive 835.2 km
1. Drive from Ballina to Kiamacar 835.2 km
9h 15m
$151–218
Bus to Gold Coast Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Byron Bay to Gold Coast Airportbus
2. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane OOL - SYD
3. Take the train from Wolli Creek Station to Kiama Stationtrain
7h 32m
$140–385
Bus to Coffs Harbour Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Interchange – Tamar Street to Coffs Harbour Airport - Under Awning at Flight Departuresbus
2. Fly from Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane CFS - SYD
3. Take the train from Wolli Creek Station to Kiama Stationtrain
7h 45m
$295–518
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballina to Central Stationbus Sydney
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Kiama Bombobus Pm2
16h 50m
$125–307

Ballina to Kiama by bus and train

21Weekly Services

16h 38mAverage Duration

$77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 725.7 km
Duration: 4h 50m

What companies run services between Ballina, NSW, Australia and Kiama, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Ballina to Kiama Bombo via Central Station in around 16h 50m.

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