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

The cheapest way to get from Helensvale to Iluka is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helensvale to Iluka is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Helensvale and Iluka?

No, there is no direct bus from Helensvale station to Iluka. However, there are services departing from Varsity Lakes station, stop B and arriving at Charles St After Denne St via Gold Coast Airport and Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Helensvale to Iluka?

The distance between Helensvale and Iluka is 237 km. The road distance is 213.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Helensvale to Iluka without a car is to bus via Ballina which takes 5h 51m and costs $55 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Helensvale to Iluka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helensvale to Iluka bus from?

Helensvale to Iluka bus services, operated by Byron Easy Bus, depart from Gold Coast Airport station.

Where does the Helensvale to Iluka bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Helensvale to Iluka?

Yes, the driving distance between Helensvale to Iluka is 213 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Helensvale to Iluka.

Where can I stay near Iluka?

There are 544+ hotels available in Iluka.

Helensvale to Iluka - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and ferry

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There are 4 ways to get from Helensvale to Iluka by bus, car, or ferry

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Bus via Ballina
best
1. Take the bus from Gold Coast Airport to Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchangebus
2. Take the bus from Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St to Charles St After Denne Stbus 144
5h 51m
$58–78
Drive 213.1 km
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1. Drive from Helensvale to Ilukacar 213.1 km
2h 17m
$38–55
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Southport to Yamba YHAbus Sydney
2. Take the ferry from Yamba Wharf to Iluka Wharfferry Crf
8h 59m
$56–96
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southport to MacLeanbus Pm11
2. Take the bus from McLachlan Park, River St to Owen St Opp Ken Leeson Ovalbus 386
10h 34m
$46–68

Helensvale to Iluka by train and bus

14Weekly Services

5h 51mAverage Duration

$58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 237.3 km
Duration: 5h 51m

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

You can take a train from Helensvale station, platform 1 to Charles St After Denne St via Varsity Lakes station, platform 2, Varsity Lakes station, stop B, Gold Coast Airport, Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchange, and Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St in around 5h 51m.

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