How to travel from Batemans Bay to Byron Bay, Australia
The distance between Batemans Bay and Byron Bay is around 913km (568 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the bus which takes around 3h 30m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Batemans Bay to Byron Bay by plane, bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Byron Bay → Batemans Bay if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Moruya (MYA) to Ballina (BNK).
- Duration4h 5m
- Flight time2h 45m
- Typical costA$375($250)
Regional Express
+ 3 others3 similiar routes
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Bus to Bomaderry Station, train
Take the bus to Bomaderry Station then take the train to Central Station and then to Casino Station then take the bus to Byron Bay Interchange Stand C.
- Duration17h 25m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical costA$170($115)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Batemans Bay and Byron Bay
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Batemans Bay to Byron Bay by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around A$170 ($115) and will take around 17h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the bus and arrive in approximately 3h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$355 ($240).
The distance between Batemans Bay and Byron Bay is around 913km (568 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 849km (527 miles)
It takes around 4h 5m to get from Batemans Bay and Byron Bay by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 11h 40m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Batemans Bay to Byron Bay is to fly and then take the bus which takes around 3h 30m and will set you back approx A$355 ($240).
The cheapest way to travel between Batemans Bay and Byron Bay, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around A$170 ($115) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Batemans Bay and Byron Bay. We recommend that you fly from Moruya (MYA) to Gold Coast (OOL) then take the bus to Byron Bay. instead which will take 3h 30m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Batemans Bay and Byron Bay. We recommend that you fly from Moruya (MYA) to Gold Coast (OOL) then take the bus to Byron Bay. instead which will take 3h 30m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Batemans Bay and Byron Bay. Flights depart from Moruya (MYA) and arrive at Ballina (BNK) - via Sydney (SYD). The flight takes around 2h 45m.
There is no direct flight from Batemans Bay to Byron Bay. There is however a flight that goes via Sydney (SYD). This services will take at least 4h 5m (not including layover time).
The flight from Batemans Bay to Byron Bay typically takes around 2h 45m. Flights depart from Moruya (MYA) and and arrive into Ballina (BNK).
The closest major airport to Byron Bay is Ballina Byron Airport (BNK) (BNK) which is approximately 22km (14 miles) from Byron Bay. Gold Coast Airport (OOL) (OOL) and Brisbane Airport (BNE) (BNE) 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 Batemans Bay and Byron Bay. The distance is around 1,025km (637 miles) by road and it will take around 11h 40m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Batemans Bay to Byron Bay is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 5m and will usually cost around A$375 ($250).
Compare travel optionsbetween Batemans Bay and Byron Bay
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 3 similar | 4h 5m | A$375($250) | hourly | 913km (568 miles) |
| Plane and Bus | 3h 30m | A$355($240) | twice daily | 1,013km (629 miles) |
| Bus to Jolimont Centre, plane | 5h 20m | A$280($190) | once daily | 1,120km (696 miles) |
| Bus and Plane | 5h 40m | A$420($280) | once daily | 1,026km (637 miles) |
Bus to Bomaderry Station, train + 1 similar | 17h 25m | A$170($115) | twice daily | 1,155km (718 miles) |
| Bus and Train | 18h 30m | A$195($130) | once daily | 1,127km (700 miles) |
Drive | 11h 40m | A$135($90) | on demand | 1,025km (637 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Batemans Bay and Byron Bay
Airlines
Regional Express
Qantas
Virgin Australia
FlyPelican
Bus companies
Byron Bay Express
Murrays Coaches
Premier Motor Service
Train operators
Transport NSW
Airports near Byron Bay
The following major airports near Byron Bay offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Australia and internationally.
Ballina Byron Airport (BNK)
- Distance
- 22km (14 miles) from Byron Bay
Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
- Distance
- 55km (34 miles) from Byron Bay
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
- Distance
- 147km (91 miles) from Byron Bay