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

The cheapest way to get from Helensvale to Ballina is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helensvale to Ballina is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Helensvale and Ballina?

No, there is no direct bus from Helensvale station to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Varsity Lakes station, stop B and arriving at Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchange via Gold Coast Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Helensvale to Ballina?

The distance between Helensvale and Ballina is 133 km. The road distance is 126.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Helensvale to Ballina without a car is to line 760 bus and bus which takes 3h 26m and costs $45 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Helensvale to Ballina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helensvale to Ballina bus from?

Helensvale to Ballina bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Varsity Lakes station, stop B.

Where does the Helensvale to Ballina bus arrive?

Helensvale to Ballina bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Gold Coast Airport station.

Can I drive from Helensvale to Ballina?

Yes, the driving distance between Helensvale to Ballina is 126 km. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Helensvale to Ballina.

Where can I stay near Ballina?

There are 562+ hotels available in Ballina.

Helensvale to Ballina - 4 ways to travel via line 760 bus, bus, car, and tram

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

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Line 760 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Varsity Lakes station, stop B to Gold Coast Airportbus 760
2. Take the bus from Gold Coast Airport to Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchangebus
3h 26m
$47–62
Drive 126.2 km
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1. Drive from Helensvale to Ballinacar 126.2 km
1h 22m
$23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southport to Ballinabus Sydney
5h 12m
$27–51
Tram, bus
1. Take the tram from Helensvale station, platform 4 to Burleigh Heads station, platform 2tram L1
2. Take the bus from Burleigh Heads to Ballinabus Pm11
5h 37m
$27–41

Helensvale to Ballina by train and bus

27Weekly Services

3h 26mAverage Duration

$47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 133.1 km
Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a train from Helensvale station, platform 1 to Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchange via Varsity Lakes station, platform 2, Varsity Lakes station, stop B, and Gold Coast Airport in around 3h 26m.

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