What is the cheapest way to get from Brisbane to East Ballina?

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane to East Ballina is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 2h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brisbane to East Ballina?

The fastest way to get from Brisbane to East Ballina is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Brisbane and East Ballina?

No, there is no direct bus from Brisbane to East Ballina. However, there are services departing from Brisbane Roma Street and arriving at Pine Av At Coogee St via Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Brisbane to East Ballina?

The distance between Brisbane and East Ballina is 198 km. The road distance is 189.5 km.

How do I travel from Brisbane to East Ballina without a car?

The best way to get from Brisbane to East Ballina without a car is to bus which takes 3h 16m and costs $65 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Brisbane to East Ballina?

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Brisbane to East Ballina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brisbane to East Ballina bus from?

Brisbane to East Ballina bus services, operated by Byron Easy Bus, depart from Brisbane Roma Street station.

Where does the Brisbane to East Ballina bus arrive?

Brisbane to East Ballina bus services, operated by Byron Easy Bus, arrive at Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchange station.

Can I drive from Brisbane to East Ballina?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane to East Ballina is 189 km. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Brisbane to East Ballina.

Where can I stay near East Ballina?

There are 795+ hotels available in East Ballina.

Brisbane to East Ballina - 4 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Brisbane to East Ballina by bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchangebus
3h 16m
$69–83
Drive 189.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Brisbane to East Ballinacar 189.5 km
2h 5m
$34–49
Bus via Byron Bay Interchange, Stand A
1. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Byron Bay Bus Interchange Stationbus
4h 41m
$66–77
Bus via Byron Bay Interchange, Stand A #2 (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Brisbane to Byron Baybus Sydney
5h 47m
$42–68

Brisbane to East Ballina by bus

27Weekly Buses

3h 16mAverage Duration

$69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 197.8 km
Duration: 3h 16m

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

Byron Easy Bus operates a bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchange 4 times a day. Tickets cost $65–80 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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