What is the cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to East Ballina?

The cheapest way to get from Gold Coast to East Ballina is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 1h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gold Coast to East Ballina?

The fastest way to get from Gold Coast to East Ballina is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Gold Coast and East Ballina?

No, there is no direct bus from Gold Coast to East Ballina. However, there are services departing from Surfers Paradise and arriving at Pine Av At Coogee St via Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Gold Coast to East Ballina?

The distance between Gold Coast and East Ballina is 124 km. The road distance is 113 km.

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

The best way to get from Gold Coast to East Ballina without a car is to bus which takes 2h 44m and costs $19 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Gold Coast to East Ballina?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Gold Coast to East Ballina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gold Coast to East Ballina bus from?

Gold Coast to East Ballina bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Surfers Paradise station.

Where does the Gold Coast to East Ballina bus arrive?

Gold Coast to East Ballina bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Ballina Service Center station.

Can I drive from Gold Coast to East Ballina?

Yes, the driving distance between Gold Coast to East Ballina is 113 km. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Gold Coast to East Ballina.

Where can I stay near East Ballina?

There are 799+ hotels available in East Ballina.

Gold Coast to East Ballina - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and line 640 bus

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Ballina Service Centerbus Au001
2h 44m
$19–36
Drive 113 km
1. Drive from Gold Coast to East Ballinacar 113 km
1h 24m
$21–30
Bus, line 640 bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Byron Baybus Sydney
2. Take the bus from Byron Bay Interchange, Stand A to Hill St Opp Easton Parkbus 640 / ...
4h 27m
$29–57
Bus via Jameson Av Opp Fred Stoker Park
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Ballinabus Pm11
5h 9m
$33–47

Gold Coast to East Ballina by bus

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4h 27mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 124 km
Duration: 2h 44m

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

FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Surfers Paradise to Ballina Service Center once daily. Tickets cost $17–29 and the journey takes 2h 11m.

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