How to travel from Ballina to Launceston, Australia
The distance between Ballina and Launceston is around 1,709km (1,062 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 30m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Ballina to Launceston by plane, bus, train, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Launceston → Ballina if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Ballina (BNK) to Launceston (LST).
- Duration3h 30m
- Flight time3h 10m
- Typical costA$265($180)
+ 2 others2 similiar routes
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Sydney and then to Melbourne then take a ferry to Devonport then take the bus to Cornwall Square Transit Centre No.182 Cimitiere St.
- Duration1 day 12h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costA$495($330)
Multiple operators
Bus, Train and Ferry
Take the bus to Sydney then take the train to Southern Cross then take a ferry to Devonport then take the bus to Cornwall Square Transit Centre No.182 Cimitiere St.
- Duration1 day 10h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costA$420($280)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Car and Ferry
Drive to Port Melbourne then take a ferry to Devonport then drive to Launceston.
- Duration1 day 3h
- Departstwice daily
- Typical costA$360($245)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Ballina and Launceston
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Ballina to Launceston by plane, bus, train, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around A$265 ($180) and will take around 3h 30m.
The distance between Ballina and Launceston is around 1,709km (1,062 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,514km (941 miles)
It takes around 3h 30m to get from Ballina and Launceston by plane.
The quickest way to get from Ballina to Launceston is to fly which takes around 3h 30m and will set you back approx A$265 ($180).
The cheapest way to travel between Ballina and Launceston is to fly which will typically cost around A$265 ($180) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Ballina and Launceston. We recommend that you fly from Ballina (BNK) to Launceston (LST). instead which will take 3h 30m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Ballina and Launceston. We recommend that you fly from Ballina (BNK) to Launceston (LST). instead which will take 3h 30m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Ballina and Launceston. Flights depart from Ballina (BNK) and arrive at Launceston (LST) - via Melbourne (MEL). The flight takes around 3h 10m.
There is no direct flight from Ballina to Launceston. There is however a flight that goes via Melbourne (MEL). This services will take at least 3h 30m (not including layover time).
The flight from Ballina to Launceston typically takes around 3h 10m. Flights depart from Ballina (BNK) and and arrive into Launceston (LST).
The closest major airport to Launceston is Launceston Airport (LST) (LST) which is approximately 13km (8 miles) from Launceston. Devonport Airport (DPO) (DPO) and Hobart Airport (HBA) (HBA) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Ballina to Launceston. We recommend that you fly from Ballina (BNK) to Launceston (LST). instead which will take 3h 30m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Ballina to Launceston is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 30m and will usually cost around A$265 ($180).
Compare travel optionsbetween Ballina and Launceston
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 2 similar | 3h 30m | A$265($180) | every 2 hours | 1,766km (1,097 miles) |
| Bus and Plane | 4h 35m | A$310($210) | twice daily | 1,709km (1,062 miles) |
| Plane and Bus | 5h 10m | A$290($195) | every 20 mins | 1,799km (1,118 miles) |
Bus and Ferry | 1 day 12h | A$495($330) | once daily | 2,291km (1,424 miles) |
Bus, Train and Ferry + 2 similar | 1 day 10h | A$420($280) | once daily | 2,293km (1,425 miles) |
| Bus to Casino Station, Coach Bay, train and ferry | 1 day 11h | A$390($265) | once daily | 2,348km (1,459 miles) |
| Bus to Casino Station, Coach Bay, train and ferry | 1 day 11h | A$390($265) | once daily | 2,349km (1,460 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 1 day 3h | A$360($245) | twice daily | 2,108km (1,310 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Ballina and Launceston
Bus companies
Byron Bay Express
Redline
NSW TrainLink
Firefly Express
Airlines
Qantas
Virgin Australia
Train operators
XPT
Ferry operators
Spirit of Tasmania
Airports near Launceston
The following major airports near Launceston offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Australia and internationally.
Launceston Airport (LST)
- Distance
- 13km (8 miles) from Launceston
Devonport Airport (DPO)
- Distance
- 66km (41 miles) from Launceston
Hobart Airport (HBA)
- Distance
- 159km (99 miles) from Launceston