What is the cheapest way to get from Ballina Shire to Lismore?

The cheapest way to get from Ballina Shire to Lismore is to drive which costs $5 - $9 and takes 34 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballina Shire to Lismore?

The fastest way to get from Ballina Shire to Lismore is to drive which takes 34 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Ballina Shire and Lismore?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballina Shire to Lismore. However, there are services departing from Deadmans Creek Rd After The Ridgeway and arriving at Lismore Square, Brewster St via Ballina Central, Kerr St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Ballina Shire to Lismore?

The distance between Ballina Shire and Lismore is 46 km. The road distance is 32.8 km.

How do I travel from Ballina Shire to Lismore without a car?

The best way to get from Ballina Shire to Lismore without a car is to line 661 bus which takes 2h 15m and costs $8 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Ballina Shire to Lismore?

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Ballina Shire to Lismore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballina Shire to Lismore bus from?

Ballina Shire to Lismore bus services, operated by Ballina Buslines, depart from Ballina Central, Kerr St station.

Where does the Ballina Shire to Lismore bus arrive?

Ballina Shire to Lismore bus services, operated by Ballina Buslines, arrive at Lismore Square, Brewster St station.

Can I drive from Ballina Shire to Lismore?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballina Shire to Lismore is 33 km. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Ballina Shire to Lismore.

Where can I stay near Lismore?

There are 86+ hotels available in Lismore.

Ballina Shire to Lismore - 3 ways to travel via line 661 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Ballina Shire to Lismore by bus, car, or taxi

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Line 661 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ballina Central, Kerr St to Lismore Square, Brewster Stbus 661
2h 15m
$8–12
Drive 32.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballina Shire to Lismorecar 32.8 km
34 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballina Shire to Lismoretaxi 32.8 km
34 min
$90–110

Ballina Shire to Lismore by foot and bus

86Weekly Services

2h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 46.1 km
Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Ballina Shire, NSW, Australia and Lismore, NSW, Australia?

Ballina Buslines operates a bus from Ballina Central, Kerr St to Lismore Square, Brewster St every 2 hours. Tickets cost $5–8 and the journey takes 50 min.

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