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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 | Surfers Paradise - Transit Centre | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 3:34 PM AEDT.
Get from Ballina to Gold Coast
The journey takes about 3 hours, and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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According to user feedback, the coach was clean and the driver provided excellent service, with representatives over the phone also being kind and helpful. However, there was a mention of the trip arriving an hour late into Ballina, though the reason for this delay was unclear.
Greyhound Australia Ballina Gold Coast recent customer reviews
Coach was clean and driver was nice. Trip was good although it was an hour late into Ballina, not sure if it was a daylight saving thing or not
Carolyn L.
The driver was excellent and representatives over the phone were kind and helpful.
Holly R.
The driver did not check that everyone was sested. I was still standing as there was another passenger sitting in my allocated seat. The driver took off and I fell causing me injuries to my chest requiring hospital treatment
Carolyn B.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ballina to Gold Coast 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 Gold Coast?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ballina to Gold Coast start from $45. The average price for this route is around $55. 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 Gold Coast?
The average bus travel time from Ballina to Gold Coast is 3h, covering a distance of 98 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Ballina to Gold Coast route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Ballina to Gold Coast?
The earliest bus departs from Ballina to Gold Coast at 7:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ballina to Gold Coast?
A bus trip from Ballina to Gold Coast generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Ballina to Gold Coast was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $57To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ballina to Gold Coast, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $57 to $63 for a bus ticket from Ballina to Gold Coast based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $57 which is on 2025-11-30.
