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Compare bus and flight for Melbourne to Ballina
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Melbourne to Ballina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €225 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €225, while a flight costs an average of €413.
Distance: 792 miles (1275 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€225 Average price Cheapest | €413 Average price | €182 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
25h 0m Average total duration 24h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 16h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Melbourne to Ballina:
A bus is €188 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Melbourne to Ballina costing on average €413.
Other travel options to Ballina take longer:
Bus takes on average 24h 30m.
Tickets start at around €225 compared to roughly €182 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-43.57. The journey takes 24h 30m versus 16h 24m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Melbourne to Ballina
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Buses from Melbourne to Ballina run on average 1 times per day, taking around 24h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €149 but you can travel from only €107 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 12:00, the last at 12:00. The fastest bus covers the 792 miles (1275 km) distance in 24h 30m.
Distance 792 miles (1275 km) |
Average bus duration 24h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €149 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 24h 30m |
First bus 12:00 PM |
Last bus 12:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Bus providers: Greyhound Australia from Melbourne to BallinaYou can travel by bus between Melbourne to Ballina with Greyhound Australia for as low as €107. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Melbourne to Ballina
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Melbourne to Ballina by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ballina, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Buses have designated spaces for wheelchairs.
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- Flexible Fare tickets can be canceled up to 15 minutes before departure for an open-dated ticket valid for 12 months.
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- Two pieces of checked baggage up to 20kg each and one carry-on up to 8kg.
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- Two extra bags allowed for $10 each
- additional items at standard freight rates.
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Popular bus stations from Melbourne to Ballina
Most Melbourne to Ballina buses use the to Ballina, Tamar St (Ballina Bus Interchange,) station pair. Use this guide to compare Melbourne and Ballina bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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