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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Katoomba to Ballina

Composite routes from Katoomba to Ballina

Cheapest
8 h 39 min
Car
800 km.
from $44
Other
5 h 28 min
Train, Plane
620 km.
from $140.27
16 h 30 min
620 km.
from $43.04
15 h 20 min
620 km.
from $176.15
6 h 45 min
Plane
620 km.
from $341.59
7 h 20 min
Train, Plane
620 km.
from $167.23
16 h 12 min
Train, Bus
620 km.
from $102.09

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Katoomba Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 1m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.42–$6.95
Train from Katoomba Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.29–$6.95
Train from Strathfield Station to Grafton
Ave. Duration:
9h 45m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$9.47–$25.26
Train from Katoomba Station to Parramatta
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.17–$6.19
Bus from Grafton Station, Coach Stop to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$10.74

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
12h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$82.10–$202.10

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
13h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.15–$88.42
Bus from Grafton Station, Coach Stop to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.00–$34.10
Bus from Hornsby to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
12h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.15–$88.42

Australia Wide Coaches

Phone:
02 9516 1300
Email:
info@austwidecoaches.com.au
Website:
austwidecoaches.com.au/
Bus from Katoomba to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$24.00–$32.84

Byron Easy Bus

Phone:
+612 6685 7447
Email:
info@byronbus.com
Website:
byronbayshuttle.com.au
Bus from Gold Coast Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$32.84–$39.16

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$34.10–$315.77
Plane from Orange Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$164.20–$618.92
Plane from Sydney Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$46.73–$530.50

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$34.10–$378.93
Plane from Orange Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
5h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$227.36–$757.86
Plane from Sydney Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$46.73–$618.92

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Sydney Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$48.00–$378.93
Plane from Sydney Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.47–$581.03

Train operators

Intercity Train

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Katoomba Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.84–$13.89
Train from Katoomba Station to Parramatta
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.95–$10.74

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Katoomba to Ballina?

The cheapest way to get from Katoomba to Ballina is to train and bus via Grafton which costs $11.96 - $59.78 and takes 16h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Katoomba to Ballina?

The fastest way to get from Katoomba to Ballina is to train and fly which takes 5h 28m and costs $46.74 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Katoomba and Ballina?

No, there is no direct bus from Katoomba to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Katoomba and arriving at Ballina via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 20m.

How far is it from Katoomba to Ballina?

The distance between Katoomba and Ballina is 731 km. The road distance is 801.6 km.

How do I travel from Katoomba to Ballina without a car?

The best way to get from Katoomba to Ballina without a car is to bus which takes 15h 20m and costs $70.65 - $206.52 .

How long does it take to get from Katoomba to Ballina?

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Katoomba to Ballina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Katoomba to Ballina bus from?

Katoomba to Ballina bus services, operated by Australia Wide Coaches, depart from Katoomba station.

Where does the Katoomba to Ballina bus arrive?

Katoomba to Ballina bus services, operated by Australia Wide Coaches, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Katoomba to Ballina?

Yes, the driving distance between Katoomba to Ballina is 802 km. It takes approximately 8h 58m to drive from Katoomba 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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