Ballina travel guide
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You're Going to Love Ballina
With a population of 14,242, Ballina is a must-see destination in New South Wales, Australia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 100 days in order to fully appreciate everything Ballina has to offer.
When to visit Ballina
How to Get to Ballina
Plane
When flying to Ballina, you’ll arrive at Ballina Byron (BNK), which is located 3 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Ballina from New Zealand departs from Christchurch and takes around 22h 45m.
Car
Another option to get to Ballina is to pick up a car hire from Brisbane, which is about 164 km from Ballina. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Apex, among others, in Brisbane.
Airlines serving Ballina
Where to stay in popular areas of Ballina
Hiring a car in Ballina
Expect to pay $1.81 per litre in Ballina (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $21.68 and $28.90. The most frequently booked car type in Ballina is Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium car hire (Toyota HiAce or similar) is, on average, 46% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.