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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Maroochydore | Tamar St | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Maroochydore | Tamar St | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Maroochydore | Tamar St | No tags |
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Get from Maroochydore to Ballina
The journey takes about 10 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $83, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 2378 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound Australia ticket prices on this trip start at $83
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Maroochydore to Ballina 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 Maroochydore to Ballina?
The cheapest bus tickets from Maroochydore to Ballina start from $83. The average price for this route is around $109. 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 Maroochydore to Ballina?
The average bus travel time from Maroochydore to Ballina is 10h 30m, covering a distance of 250 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 15m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Maroochydore to Ballina route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Maroochydore to Ballina?
The earliest bus departs from Maroochydore to Ballina at 7:15am. And the latest bus departs at 3:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Maroochydore to Ballina?
A bus trip from Maroochydore to Ballina generates an estimated 6 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 Maroochydore to Ballina was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $104To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Maroochydore to Ballina, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $104 to $132 for a bus ticket from Maroochydore to Ballina based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $105 which is on 2025-12-08.
