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

The cheapest way to get from Ballina to Manly is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Manly is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Ballina and Manly?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballina to Manly. However, there are services departing from Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchange and arriving at Brisbane Roma Street via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Ballina to Manly?

The distance between Ballina and Manly is 227 km. The road distance is 190.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballina to Manly without a car is to line 640 bus and bus and train which takes 4h 31m and costs $65 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Ballina to Manly, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Manly bus from?

Ballina to Manly bus services, operated by Byron Easy Bus, depart from Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchange station.

Where does the Ballina to Manly bus arrive?

Ballina to Manly bus services, operated by Byron Easy Bus, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Ballina to Manly?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballina to Manly is 191 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Ballina to Manly.

Where can I stay near Manly?

There are 2406+ hotels available in Manly.

Ballina to Manly - 6 ways to travel via train, line 640 bus, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Ballina to Manly by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Line 640 bus, bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Ballina Hospital, Bentinck St to Byron Bay Interchange, Stand Bbus 640
2. Take the bus from Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station to Brisbane Roma Streetbus
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Manly station, platform 2train
4h 31m
$65–77
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St to Casino Station, Coach Baybus 164 / ...
2. Take the train from Casino Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
5h 31m
$30–164
Drive 190.7 km
1. Drive from Ballina to Manlycar 190.7 km
2h 7m
$34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchange to Brisbane Roma Streetbus
4h 46m
$67–76
Bus, line 220 bus
1. Take the bus from Ballina to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Adelaide Street Stop 44 near City Hall to Manly Rd at Whites Rdbus 220
5h 6m
$42–70
Bus via Brisbane
1. Take the bus from Ballina to Brisbanebus Pm12
5h 24m
$38–52

Ballina to Manly by bus and train

31Weekly Services

4h 31mAverage Duration

$65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 226.6 km
Duration: 4h 31m

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

Byron Easy Bus operates a bus from Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchange to Brisbane Roma Street once daily. Tickets cost $65–75 and the journey takes 3h 52m.

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