What is the cheapest way to get from Sawtell to East Ballina?

The cheapest way to get from Sawtell to East Ballina is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 2h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sawtell to East Ballina?

The fastest way to get from Sawtell to East Ballina is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Sawtell and East Ballina?

No, there is no direct bus from Sawtell to East Ballina. However, there are services departing from First Av After Second Av and arriving at Pine Av At Coogee St via Park Beach Plaza – Bus Zone Stop ID 245021 and Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Sawtell to East Ballina?

The distance between Sawtell and East Ballina is 232 km. The road distance is 217.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Sawtell to East Ballina without a car is to line 390 bus and bus which takes 4h 48m and costs $90 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Sawtell to East Ballina?

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Sawtell to East Ballina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sawtell to East Ballina bus from?

Sawtell to East Ballina bus services, operated by CDC NSW Forest Coach Lines, depart from First Av After Second Av station.

Where does the Sawtell to East Ballina bus arrive?

Sawtell to East Ballina bus services, operated by CDC NSW Forest Coach Lines, arrive at Park Beach Plaza, Pacific Hwy station.

Can I drive from Sawtell to East Ballina?

Yes, the driving distance between Sawtell to East Ballina is 218 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Sawtell to East Ballina.

Where can I stay near East Ballina?

There are 799+ hotels available in East Ballina.

Sawtell to East Ballina - 4 ways to travel via train, line 390 bus, bus

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

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Line 390 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from First Av After Second Av to Park Beach Plaza, Pacific Hwybus 390
2. Take the bus from Park Beach Plaza – Bus Zone Stop ID 245021 to Bus Interchange – Tamar Streetbus Dt18
4h 48m
$92–124
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sawtell Station to Casino Stationtrain 31 / ...
2. Take the bus from Casino Station, Coach Bay to Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar Stbus 165 / ...
5h 43m
$32–170
Drive 217.9 km
1. Drive from Sawtell to East Ballinacar 217.9 km
2h 25m
$39–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coffs Harbour to Ballinabus Brisbane
5h 48m
$42–104

Sawtell to East Ballina by bus

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4h 48mAverage Duration

$92Cheapest Price

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Distance: 232.4 km
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Sawtell, NSW, Australia and East Ballina, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from First Av After Second Av to Pine Av At Coogee St via Park Beach Plaza, Pacific Hwy, Park Beach Plaza – Bus Zone Stop ID 245021, Bus Interchange – Tamar Street, and Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St in around 4h 48m.

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