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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | NEWCASTLE | Tamar St | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | NEWCASTLE | Tamar St | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | NEWCASTLE | Tamar St | No tags |
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Get from Newcastle to Ballina
The journey takes about 10 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 374, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Compare bus companies
Based on 2389 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 Wi-Fi. Greyhound Australia ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 374
Greyhound Australia Newcastle Ballina recent customer reviews
Overall, verygood. Good drivers, good timing but clock out 4 hrs and 20 mins on trip north. Fixing would increase felling of professionalism.
Janice W.
I had a very comfortable trip.
Yvonne D.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newcastle to Ballina by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Newcastle to Ballina?
The cheapest bus tickets from Newcastle to Ballina start at R 1 374. The average price for this route is around R 2 281. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Newcastle to Ballina?
The average bus journey time from Newcastle to Ballina is 10h 5m, covering a distance of 483 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 5m and is operated by Greyhound Australia.
Which bus companies service the Newcastle to Ballina route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Newcastle to Ballina?
The earliest bus departs from Newcastle to Ballina at 21:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newcastle to Ballina?
A bus trip from Newcastle to Ballina produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Newcastle to Ballina was searched and found on 21 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 525To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Newcastle to Ballina as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 525 to R 2 684 for a bus ticket from Newcastle to Ballina based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 525, which is on 2025-12-21.
