How to travel from Ballarat to Coffs Harbour, Australia

The distance between Ballarat and Coffs Harbour is around 1,359km (844 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 5hrs.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Ballarat to Coffs Harbour by train, plane, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train and Plane

Take the train to Footscray then fly from Avalon (AVV) to Coffs Harbour (CFS).

  • Duration5hrs
  • Flight time2h 35m
  • Typical cost
    A$165($110)
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Train via Southern Cross

Take the train to Southern Cross then Central Station and then to Coffs Harbour Station.

  • Duration21h 30m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    A$200($135)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

1 similiar route

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Bus

Take the bus to Southern Cross Coach Terminal then Sydney and then to Coffs Harbour.

  • Duration21h 55m
  • Departs6 times a week
  • Typical cost
    A$285($190)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Drive

Drive to Coffs Harbour.

  • Duration15h 15m
  • Distance1,460km (907 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Ballarat and Coffs Harbour

There are several options for getting from Ballarat to Coffs Harbour by train, plane, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then fly which costs around A$165 ($110) and will take around 5hrs.

The distance between Ballarat and Coffs Harbour is around 1,359km (844 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,174km (730 miles)

It takes around 5hrs to get from Ballarat and Coffs Harbour by train and plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 15h 15m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Ballarat to Coffs Harbour is to take the train and then fly which takes around 5hrs and will set you back approx A$165 ($110).

The cheapest way to travel between Ballarat and Coffs Harbour, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then fly which will typically cost around A$165 ($110) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Ballarat and Coffs Harbour. It typically takes around 21h 40m and departs once daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Ballarat to Coffs Harbour. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Southern Cross and Central Station. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 21h 40m.

V-Line, XPT and NSW TrainLink run train services between Ballarat and Coffs Harbour. Trains depart once daily and will take around 21h 40m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Ballarat and Coffs Harbour. It typically takes around 21h 55m and departs 6 times a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Ballarat to Coffs Harbour. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Southern Cross Coach Terminal and Sydney. These services run 6 times a week and will take a minimum of 21h 55m.

V-Line, Firefly Express and Greyhound Australia run regular bus services between Ballarat and Coffs Harbour. Buses run 6 times a week and take around 21h 55m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Ballarat to Coffs Harbour. We recommend that you take the train to Footscray then fly from Avalon (AVV) to Coffs Harbour (CFS). instead which will take 5hrs.

The closest major airport to Coffs Harbour is Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) (CFS) which is approximately 3km (2 miles) from Coffs Harbour. Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ) (PQQ) and Gold Coast Airport (OOL) (OOL) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Ballarat and Coffs Harbour. The distance is around 1,460km (907 miles) by road and it will take around 15h 15m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Ballarat to Coffs Harbour is to take the train and then fly which takes, on average, 5hrs and will usually cost around A$165 ($110).

How do I get from Ballarat to Coffs Harbour

Compare travel optionsbetween Ballarat and Coffs Harbour

Transport options from Ballarat to Coffs Harbour
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train and Plane
5hrs
A$165($110)
twice daily1,359km (844 miles)
Train via Southern Cross + 1 similar
21h 30m
A$200($135)
once daily1,659km (1,031 miles)
Train21h 40m
A$200($135)
once daily1,659km (1,031 miles)
Bus
21h 55m
A$285($190)
6 times a week1,631km (1,013 miles)
Drive
15h 15m
A$195($130)
on demand1,460km (907 miles)

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Airports near Coffs Harbour

The following major airports near Coffs Harbour offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Australia and internationally.

CFS
Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
3km (2 miles) from Coffs Harbour
PQQ
Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
128km (80 miles) from Coffs Harbour
OOL
Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
International Airport
Distance
240km (149 miles) from Coffs Harbour