How to travel from Ballina to Orange, Australia

The distance between Ballina and Orange is around 758km (471 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 35m.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Ballina to Orange by plane, train, 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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Fly

Fly from Ballina (BNK) to Orange (OAG).

  • Duration2h 35m
  • Flight time2h 15m
  • Typical cost
    A$290($195)
Operated byJetstar+ 4 others

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Bus

Take the bus to Sydney and then to Orange.

  • Duration17h 10m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    A$185($125)
Operated by

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Casino Station Coach Bay then take the train to Strathfield Station and then to Orange Station.

  • Duration17h 25m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    A$140($95)
Operated by

NSW TrainLink

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Drive

Drive to Orange.

  • Duration10h 40m
  • Distance860km (534 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Ballina and Orange

There are several options for getting from Ballina to Orange by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around A$120 ($81) and will take around 18h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$290 ($195).

The distance between Ballina and Orange is around 758km (471 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 650km (404 miles)

It takes around 2h 35m to get from Ballina and Orange by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 10h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Ballina to Orange is to fly which takes around 2h 35m and will set you back approx A$290 ($195).

The cheapest way to travel between Ballina and Orange, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around A$120 ($81) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Ballina and Orange. We recommend that you fly from Ballina (BNK) to Orange (OAG). instead which will take 2h 35m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Ballina and Orange. It typically takes around 17h 10m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Ballina to Orange. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Sydney. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 17h 10m.

Greyhound Australia, Premier Motor Service and Australia Wide Coaches run regular bus services between Ballina and Orange. Buses run once daily and take around 17h 10m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Ballina and Orange. Flights depart from Ballina (BNK) and arrive at Orange (OAG) - via Sydney (SYD). The flight takes around 2h 15m.

There is no direct flight from Ballina to Orange. There is however a flight that goes via Sydney (SYD). This services will take at least 2h 35m (not including layover time).

The flight from Ballina to Orange typically takes around 2h 15m. Flights depart from Ballina (BNK) and and arrive into Orange (OAG).

The closest major airport to Orange is Orange Airport (OAG) (OAG) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Orange. Sydney Airport (SYD) (SYD) and Canberra International Airport (CBR) (CBR) 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 Ballina and Orange. The distance is around 860km (534 miles) by road and it will take around 10h 40m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Ballina to Orange is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 35m and will usually cost around A$290 ($195).

How do I get from Ballina to Orange

Compare travel optionsbetween Ballina and Orange

Transport options from Ballina to Orange
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
2h 35m
A$290($195)
hourly826km (513 miles)
Plane and Train3h 30m
A$430($290)
twice daily758km (471 miles)
Bus and Plane4h 20m
A$615($415)
4 times a day994km (617 miles)
Bus
17h 10m
A$185($125)
once daily1,068km (664 miles)
Bus and Train + 1 similar
17h 25m
A$140($95)
twice daily1,167km (725 miles)
Bus to Sydney, train18h 45m
A$120($81)
once daily1,129km (702 miles)
Drive
10h 40m
A$165($110)
on demand860km (534 miles)

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Airports near Orange

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

OAG
Orange Airport (OAG)
Domestic Airport
Distance
11km (7 miles) from Orange
SYD
Sydney Airport (SYD)
International Airport
Distance
206km (128 miles) from Orange
CBR
Canberra International Airport (CBR)
International Airport
Distance
225km (140 miles) from Orange