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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Tamar St | BRISBANE DOMESTIC AIRPORT | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Tamar St | Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Tamar St | Brisbane Airport | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Tamar St | Brisbane Coach Terminal, Parkland Cres | No tags |
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Get from Ballina to Brisbane
The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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The service is highly praised for being very efficient, with helpful and excellent drivers. Customers also appreciate the high level of comfort provided during the journey.
Greyhound Australia Ballina Brisbane recent customer reviews
The driver had to battle through road closure due to bushfires to get to Ballina thus the late arrival. Driver had great personality, very helpful & excellent driving skille. Coach very comfortable
Jenny S.
Noisy passengers
Wieslaw S.
The driver was excellent in every way.
Mary B.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ballina to Brisbane by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Ballina to Brisbane?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ballina to Brisbane start from $36. The average price for this route is around $45. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Ballina to Brisbane?
The average bus trip duration from Ballina to Brisbane is 5h, covering a distance of 106 miles (171 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Ballina to Brisbane route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ballina to Brisbane?
The earliest bus departs from Ballina to Brisbane at 6:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ballina to Brisbane?
A bus trip from Ballina to Brisbane generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Ballina to Brisbane was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $38To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ballina to Brisbane, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $38 to $71 for a bus ticket from Ballina to Brisbane based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2025-12-11.
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