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

The cheapest way to get from Ballina to Wollongong is to bus and train via Grafton which costs $75 - $280 and takes 15h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballina to Wollongong is to fly and train which takes 4h 1m and costs $95 - $330.

Is there a direct bus between Ballina and Wollongong?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballina to Wollongong. However, there are services departing from Ballina and arriving at Wollongong via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 15m.

How far is it from Ballina to Wollongong?

The distance between Ballina and Wollongong is 689 km. The road distance is 800.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballina to Wollongong without a car is to bus and train which takes 15h 43m and costs $110 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Ballina to Wollongong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballina to Wollongong bus from?

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

Where does the Ballina to Wollongong bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballina to Wollongong?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballina to Wollongong is 801 km. It takes approximately 8h 47m to drive from Ballina to Wollongong.

Where can I stay near Wollongong?

There are 337+ hotels available in Wollongong.

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Ballina to Wollongong 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 Wollongong Stationtrain
4h 1m
$98–326
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 Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
15h 50m
$76–279
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ballina Service Center to Sydney Central Stationbus Au001
2. Take the train from Central Station to Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
15h 43m
$112–181
Drive 800.7 km
1. Drive from Ballina to Wollongongcar 800.7 km
8h 47m
$145–209
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 Wollongong Stationtrain
6h 43m
$139–384
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 Wollongong Stationtrain
6h 56m
$294–517
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballina to Central Stationbus Sydney
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Wollongongbus Pm2
16h 15m
$121–302

Ballina to Wollongong by bus and train

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15h 50mAverage Duration

$76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 689.4 km
Duration: 4h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Ballina to Wollongong via Central Station in around 16h 15m.

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