How to travel from Broome to Byron Bay, Australia
The distance between Broome and Byron Bay is around 3,519km (2,186 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 6h 30m.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Broome 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 → Broome if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Broome (BME) to Ballina (BNK).
- Duration6h 30m
- Flight time5h 15m
- Typical costA$590($395)
Qantas
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Bus and Train
Take the bus to Palmerston then take the train to Adelaide Parklands then Central Station and then to Casino Station then take the bus to Byron Bay Interchange Stand C.
- Duration4 days 21h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costA$1,885($1,270)
Multiple operators
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Broome and Byron Bay
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Broome to Byron Bay by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to fly and then take the bus which costs around A$540 ($365) and will take around 7h 5m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 6h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$590 ($395).
The distance between Broome and Byron Bay is around 3,519km (2,186 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 3,407km (2,117 miles)
It takes around 6h 30m to get from Broome and Byron Bay by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2 days to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Broome to Byron Bay is to fly which takes around 6h 30m and will set you back approx A$590 ($395).
The cheapest way to travel between Broome and Byron Bay, if you exclude driving, is to fly and then take the bus which will typically cost around A$540 ($365) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Broome and Byron Bay. We recommend that you fly from Broome (BME) to Ballina (BNK). instead which will take 6h 30m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Broome and Byron Bay. We recommend that you fly from Broome (BME) to Ballina (BNK). instead which will take 6h 30m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Broome and Byron Bay. Flights depart from Broome (BME) and arrive at Ballina (BNK) - via Sydney (SYD). The flight takes around 5h 15m.
There is no direct flight from Broome to Byron Bay. There is however a flight that goes via Sydney (SYD). This services will take at least 6h 30m (not including layover time).
The flight from Broome to Byron Bay typically takes around 5h 15m. Flights depart from Broome (BME) 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 Broome and Byron Bay. The distance is around 4,806km (2,986 miles) by road and it will take around 2 days in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Broome to Byron Bay is to fly which takes, on average, 6h 30m and will usually cost around A$590 ($395).
Compare travel optionsbetween Broome and Byron Bay
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 2 similar | 6h 30m | A$590($395) | hourly | 4,026km (2,501 miles) |
| Plane and Bus | 7h 5m | A$540($365) | twice daily | 4,505km (2,799 miles) |
| Plane, Train and Bus | 7h 20m | A$710($480) | twice daily | 3,519km (2,186 miles) |
Bus and Train + 1 similar | 4 days 21h | A$1,885($1,270) | once a week | 7,497km (4,658 miles) |
| Bus to Perth Wellington Street, train | 5 days 2h | A$1,535($1,030) | once a week | 7,968km (4,951 miles) |
Drive | 2 days | A$640($430) | on demand | 4,806km (2,986 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Broome and Byron Bay
Train operators
TRANSLink QLD
Great Southern Rail - The Ghan
Great Southern Rail - Indian Pacific
NSW TrainLink
Airlines
Qantas
Virgin Australia
Bus companies
Byron Bay Express
Integrity Coach Lines (Aust) Pty Ltd
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