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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 2 at
    Departure city: Ballina
    Departure location: Tamar St
    Arrival time: May 3 at
    Destination city: Canberra
    Destination location: Northbourne Ave
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $135
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: May 2 at
    Departure city: Ballina
    Departure location: Tamar St
    Arrival time: May 3 at
    Destination city: Canberra
    Destination location: Northbourne Ave
    Operated by: Greyhound AustraliaGreyhound Australia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $169
Bus Ballina to Canberra: Trip Overview

Bus Ballina to Canberra: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$137
Average bus trip duration1d 2h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure6:45 PM
Distance513 miles (826 km)

Ballina to Canberra Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures1
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures6:45PM
Minimum Price$137
Average Ticket Price$137
Minimum Trip Duration1d2h
Average Bus Trip Duration1d2h
Distance513 miles (826 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound Australia
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Ballina - Canberra

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Canberra without flying. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

Traveling from Ballina to Canberra takes about 1d 2h on average, although the fastest bus will take 1d 2h, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 514 miles (828 km) that separate the two cities.

Ballina and Canberra are 514 miles (828 km) apart.

About 1 bus travels this route daily, provided by Greyhound Australia. The number of buses from Ballina to Canberra can differ depending on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from Ballina to Canberra by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel needs and budget on Busbud.

The only daily bus traveling from Ballina to Canberra usually leaves at 6:45 PM and is provided by Greyhound Australia.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $137.

The bus ticket costs $137 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $137 to $198, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Once in Canberra, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Hot Air Ballooning over Canberra, Lake Burley Griffin, Mount Ainslie, Questacon - National Science and Technology Centre and Old Parliament House.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Ballina to Canberra. Make sure to pack a blanket and a snack to make your trip more comfortable.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Ballina to Canberra but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Ballina to Canberra.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Ballina to Canberra.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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Bus from Canberra to Ballina

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