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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Coolum Beach to Ballina

Composite routes from Coolum Beach to Ballina

Cheapest
3 h 22 min
Car
302 km.
from $16
Other
7 h 37 min
262 km.
from $60.63
8 h 19 min
Train, Bus
262 km.
from $174.72
8 h 45 min
262 km.
from $226.30
7 h 59 min
262 km.
from $71.52

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Nambour station, platform 1 to Roma
Ave. Duration:
1h 52m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.57–$6.52

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Casino
Ave. Duration:
2h 26m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.35–$8.15

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Mooloolaba to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.04–$23.91

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Mooloolaba to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.13–$20.65
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.57–$28.26
Bus from Maroochydore Sixth Avenue to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.22–$20.65

Byron Easy Bus

Phone:
+612 6685 7447
Email:
info@byronbus.com
Website:
byronbayshuttle.com.au
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
3h 28m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$38.04–$44.57

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$500.00

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
5h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$652.17

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Friday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$119.57–$543.48

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Nambour station, platform 1 to Roma
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$3.37–$242.97

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Coolum Beach to Ballina is to drive which costs $36.96 - $54.35 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Coolum Beach to Ballina is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs $36.96 - $54.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Coolum Beach and Ballina?

No, there is no direct bus from Coolum Beach to Ballina. However, there are services departing from David Low Way at Coolum Beach and arriving at Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchange via Maroochydore station, platform 1, Mooloolaba and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

How far is it from Coolum Beach to Ballina?

The distance between Coolum Beach and Ballina is 318 km. The road distance is 302 km.

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

The best way to get from Coolum Beach to Ballina without a car is to bus via Mooloolaba which takes 7h 37m and costs $34.78 - $76.09 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 37m to get from Coolum Beach to Ballina, including transfers.

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

Coolum Beach to Ballina bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Mooloolaba station.

Train, bus or fly from Coolum Beach to Ballina?

The best way to get from Coolum Beach to Ballina is to bus via Mooloolaba which takes 7h 37m and costs $34.78 - $76.09 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $54.35 - $336.96 and takes 8h 45m, you could also fly, which costs $108.70 - $391.30 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Coolum Beach to Ballina bus arrive?

Coolum Beach to Ballina bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

What is the time difference between Coolum Beach and Ballina?

Ballina is 1h ahead of Coolum Beach. It is currently 22:11 in Coolum Beach and 23:11 in Ballina.

Can I drive from Coolum Beach to Ballina?

Yes, the driving distance between Coolum Beach to Ballina is 302 km. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Coolum Beach to Ballina.

Where can I stay near Ballina?

There are 519+ hotels available in Ballina. Prices start at $55.45 per night.
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