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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: Yesterday at 8:42 PM AEDT.
Get from Ballina to Gold Coast
The journey takes about 3 hours, and with fares starting at just R 546, 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
How much does a bus ticket from Ballina to Gold Coast cost?
The bus ticket price from Ballina to Gold Coast starts at R 546. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Ballina to Gold Coast is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Ballina to Gold Coast?
The average travel time between Ballina and Gold Coast is around 3h, although the fastest bus will take about 3h. This is the time it takes to travel the 96 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Ballina and Gold Coast?
The number of buses from Ballina to Gold Coast can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Ballina to Gold Coast by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Ballina to Gold Coast?
When taking the bus from Ballina to Gold Coast, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound Australia.
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 29 Nov 2025 with a price of R 549To 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 R 549 to R 770 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 R 549, which is on 2025-11-29.
