How to travel from Geelong to Yamba, Australia
The distance between Geelong and Yamba is around 1,369km (851 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the bus which takes around 5hrs.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Geelong to Yamba 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 Yamba → Geelong if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Bus
Fly from Avalon (AVV) to Ballina (BNK) then take the bus to Yamba YHA.
- Duration5hrs
- Flight time2h 40m
- Typical costA$505($340)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Bus
Take the bus to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St then Sydney and then to Yamba YHA.
- Duration23h 35m
- Departs5 times a week
- Typical costA$265($180)
Multiple bus operators
Train and Bus
Take the train to Southern Cross then take the bus to Parramatta and then to MacLean.
- Duration22h 55m
- Departs4 times a week
- Typical costA$160($105)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Geelong and Yamba
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Geelong to Yamba by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the bus which costs around A$160 ($105) and will take around 22h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the bus and arrive in approximately 5hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$505 ($340).
The distance between Geelong and Yamba is around 1,369km (851 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,275km (792 miles)
It takes around 5hrs to get from Geelong and Yamba by plane and bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 16h 30m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Geelong to Yamba is to fly and then take the bus which takes around 5hrs and will set you back approx A$505 ($340).
The cheapest way to travel between Geelong and Yamba, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around A$160 ($105) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Geelong and Yamba. We recommend that you fly from Avalon (AVV) to Ballina (BNK) then take the bus to Yamba YHA. instead which will take 5hrs.
Bus travel
Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Geelong and Yamba. It typically takes around 23h 35m and departs 5 times a week.
There are no direct bus services that runs from Geelong to Yamba. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Sydney. These services run 5 times a week and will take a minimum of 23h 35m.
V/Line, Greyhound Australia and Firefly Express run regular bus services between Geelong and Yamba. Buses run 5 times a week and take around 23h 35m on average but will vary depending on you book with.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Geelong to Yamba. We recommend that you fly from Avalon (AVV) to Ballina (BNK) then take the bus to Yamba YHA. instead which will take 5hrs.
The closest major airport to Yamba is Ballina Byron Airport (BNK) (BNK) which is approximately 70km (43 miles) from Yamba. Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) (CFS) 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 Geelong and Yamba. The distance is around 1,565km (972 miles) by road and it will take around 16h 30m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Geelong to Yamba is to fly and then take the bus which takes, on average, 5hrs and will usually cost around A$505 ($340).
Compare travel optionsbetween Geelong and Yamba
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Bus + 2 similar | 5hrs | A$505($340) | once daily | 1,491km (926 miles) |
| Fly to Coffs Harbour (CFS), Bus | 5h 15m | A$475($320) | once daily | 1,369km (851 miles) |
| Fly to Gold Coast (OOL), bus | 5h 40m | A$490($330) | once daily | 1,605km (997 miles) |
Bus | 23h 35m | A$265($180) | 5 times a week | 1,749km (1,087 miles) |
Train and Bus + 2 similar | 22h 55m | A$160($105) | 4 times a week | 1,649km (1,024 miles) |
| Train to Southern Cross, bus | 23h 30m | A$175($120) | once daily | 1,779km (1,106 miles) |
| Train to Southern Cross, bus | 23h 35m | A$175($120) | once daily | 1,779km (1,106 miles) |
Drive | 16h 30m | A$295($200) | on demand | 1,565km (972 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Geelong and Yamba
Bus companies
Byron Bay Express
V/Line
Firefly Express
Premier Motor Service
Airlines
Qantas
Virgin Australia
Regional Express
Train operators
NSW TrainLink XPT
NSW TrainLink
Airports near Yamba
The following major airports near Yamba offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Australia and internationally.
Ballina Byron Airport (BNK)
- Distance
- 70km (43 miles) from Yamba
Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS)
- Distance
- 101km (63 miles) from Yamba
Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
- Distance
- 142km (89 miles) from Yamba