What is the cheapest way to get from Runaway Bay to Ballina?

The cheapest way to get from Runaway Bay to Ballina is to bus via Surfers Paradise which costs $17 - $30 and takes 3h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Runaway Bay to Ballina?

The fastest way to get from Runaway Bay to Ballina is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Runaway Bay and Ballina?

No, there is no direct bus from Runaway Bay to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Runaway Bay Centre and arriving at Ballina Service Center via Surfers Paradise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Runaway Bay to Ballina?

The distance between Runaway Bay and Ballina is 138 km. The road distance is 120.2 km.

How do I travel from Runaway Bay to Ballina without a car?

The best way to get from Runaway Bay to Ballina without a car is to bus via Surfers Paradise which takes 3h 56m and costs $17 - $30.

How long does it take to get from Runaway Bay to Ballina?

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Runaway Bay to Ballina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runaway Bay to Ballina bus from?

Runaway Bay to Ballina bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Surfers Paradise station.

Where does the Runaway Bay to Ballina bus arrive?

Runaway Bay to Ballina bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Ballina Service Center station.

Can I drive from Runaway Bay to Ballina?

Yes, the driving distance between Runaway Bay to Ballina is 120 km. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Runaway Bay to Ballina.

Where can I stay near Ballina?

There are 562+ hotels available in Ballina.

Runaway Bay to Ballina - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and tram

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There are 5 ways to get from Runaway Bay to Ballina by bus, car, tram, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus via Surfers Paradise
best
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Ballina Service Centerbus Au001
3h 56m
$18–30
Drive 120.2 km
1. Drive from Runaway Bay to Ballinacar 120.2 km
1h 31m
$22–31
Tram, bus
1. Take the tram from Gold Coast University Hospital station, platform 2 to Burleigh Heads station, platform 2tram L1
2. Take the bus from Gold Coast Airport to Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchangebus
4h 5m
$48–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southport to Ballinabus Sydney
5h 13m
$27–51
Bus via Burleigh Heads station, platform 2
1. Take the bus from Burleigh Heads to Ballinabus Pm11
5h 47m
$28–42

Runaway Bay to Ballina by bus and tram

27Weekly Services

4h 5mAverage Duration

$48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 138.2 km
Duration: 3h 56m

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

FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Surfers Paradise to Ballina Service Center once daily. Tickets cost $16–28 and the journey takes 2h 11m.

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