What is the cheapest way to get from Mermaid Beach to Ballina?

The cheapest way to get from Mermaid Beach to Ballina is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 1h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mermaid Beach to Ballina?

The fastest way to get from Mermaid Beach to Ballina is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Mermaid Beach and Ballina?

No, there is no direct bus from Mermaid Beach station to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Gold Coast Hwy at Mermaid Beach station and arriving at Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchange via Gold Coast Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Mermaid Beach to Ballina?

The distance between Mermaid Beach and Ballina is 112 km. The road distance is 104.5 km.

How do I travel from Mermaid Beach to Ballina without a car?

The best way to get from Mermaid Beach to Ballina without a car is to line 777 bus and bus which takes 2h 56m and costs $45 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Mermaid Beach to Ballina?

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Mermaid Beach to Ballina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mermaid Beach to Ballina bus from?

Mermaid Beach to Ballina bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Gold Coast Hwy at Mermaid Beach station.

Where does the Mermaid Beach to Ballina bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mermaid Beach to Ballina?

Yes, the driving distance between Mermaid Beach to Ballina is 105 km. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Mermaid Beach to Ballina.

Where can I stay near Ballina?

There are 562+ hotels available in Ballina.

Mermaid Beach to Ballina - 4 ways to travel via line 777 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 777 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Gold Coast Hwy at Mermaid Beach station to Gold Coast Airportbus 777
2. Take the bus from Gold Coast Airport to Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchangebus
2h 56m
$46–60
Drive 104.5 km
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1. Drive from Mermaid Beach to Ballinacar 104.5 km
1h 14m
$19–27
Bus via Bilinga
1. Take the bus from Bilinga to Ballinabus Sydney
4h 6m
$24–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Burleigh Heads to Ballinabus Pm11
4h 49m
$26–40

Mermaid Beach to Ballina by bus

27Weekly Buses

2h 56mAverage Duration

$46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 111.7 km
Duration: 2h 56m

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

You can take a bus from Gold Coast Hwy at Mermaid Beach station to Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchange via Gold Coast Airport in around 2h 56m.

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