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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Rainbow Beach to Ballina

Composite routes from Rainbow Beach to Ballina

Cheapest
5 h
Car
425 km.
from $23
Other
9 h 8 min
332 km.
from $98.17
9 h 41 min
Bus, Train
331 km.
from $79.78
10 h 19 min
Bus, Plane
331 km.
from $273.05
10 h 52 min
332 km.
from $54.17
11 h 50 min
332 km.
from $93.37
8 h 53 min
Bus, Plane
331 km.
from $266.17

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Cooroy station, platform 1 to Roma
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.19–$8.84

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$36.63–$75.79
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Noosa
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.26–$41.68
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Cooroy
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.74–$36.63
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.21–$31.58

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.31–$41.68
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.74–$31.58
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Noosa
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.47–$29.05
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Aspley
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.53–$37.89
Bus from Upper Mount Gravatt to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.74–$32.84
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.68–$25.26

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:
$41.68–$50.52
Bus from Brisbane International to Byron
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$41.68–$50.52
Bus from Brisbane International to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$44.21–$53.05

Brisbane 2 Byron Express Bus

Phone:
+61 (0)2 6685 7447
Email:
info@byronbus.com
Website:
brisbane2byron.com/
Bus from Brisbane International to Byron
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$43.78–$56.84

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$113.68–$479.98

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
5h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$113.68–$821.01
Plane from Hervey Bay to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$341.04

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Friday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$151.57–$555.76

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Cooroy station, platform 1 to Roma
Ave. Duration:
2h 7m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.80–$340.68

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Ballina is to bus via Logan City which costs $45.65 - $65.22 and takes 10h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Ballina is to drive which takes 4h 54m and costs $51.09 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Rainbow Beach and Ballina?

No, there is no direct bus from Rainbow Beach to Ballina. However, there are services departing from Rainbow Beach and arriving at Ballina CBD Tamar St Bus Interchange via Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 8m.

How far is it from Rainbow Beach to Ballina?

The distance between Rainbow Beach and Ballina is 508 km. The road distance is 425.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Rainbow Beach to Ballina without a car is to bus which takes 9h 8m and costs $45.65 - $108.70 .

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

It takes approximately 9h 8m to get from Rainbow Beach to Ballina, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Rainbow Beach to Ballina bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Rainbow Beach and Ballina?

Ballina is 1h ahead of Rainbow Beach. It is currently 16:30 in Rainbow Beach and 17:30 in Ballina.

Can I drive from Rainbow Beach to Ballina?

Yes, the driving distance between Rainbow Beach to Ballina is 425 km. It takes approximately 4h 54m to drive from Rainbow Beach to Ballina.

Where can I stay near Ballina?

There are 523+ hotels available in Ballina. Prices start at $53.21 per night.
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