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Emerald, Australia → Rainbow Beach, Australia

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Emerald to Rainbow Beach

Composite routes from Emerald to Rainbow Beach

Cheapest
9 h 45 min
Car
748 km.
from $41
Other
6 h 47 min
Bus, Plane
562 km.
from $324.79
15 h 1 min
Train, Bus
562 km.
from $584.76
12 h
562 km.
from $148.76
8 h 35 min
Bus, Plane
562 km.
from $285.66

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Bowen Hills station, platform 4 to Cooroy
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.22–$7.61

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Hervey Bay to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$27.17
Bus from Emerald to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.35–$54.35
Bus from Rockhampton George Street to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$48.91–$108.70
Bus from Miriam Vale to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.87–$76.09

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Hervey Bay to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.22–$21.74
Bus from Rockhampton George Street to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$38.04–$52.17
Bus from Cooroy to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.22–$21.74

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Emerald Airport to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$119.57–$652.17
Plane from Emerald Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$489.13

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Emerald Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$108.70–$467.39

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Emerald to Miriam
Ave. Duration:
8h 11m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$13.04–$993.68

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Emerald to Rainbow Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Emerald to Rainbow Beach is to bus which costs $65.22 - $163.04 and takes 12h.

What is the fastest way to get from Emerald to Rainbow Beach?

The fastest way to get from Emerald to Rainbow Beach is to fly and bus which takes 6h 47m and costs $152.17 - $521.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Emerald and Rainbow Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Emerald to Rainbow Beach. However, there are services departing from Emerald and arriving at Rainbow Beach via Rockhampton George Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h.

How far is it from Emerald to Rainbow Beach?

The distance between Emerald and Rainbow Beach is 660 km. The road distance is 788.7 km.

How do I travel from Emerald to Rainbow Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Emerald to Rainbow Beach without a car is to bus which takes 12h and costs $65.22 - $163.04 .

How long does it take to get from Emerald to Rainbow Beach?

It takes approximately 6h 47m to get from Emerald to Rainbow Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Emerald to Rainbow Beach bus from?

Emerald to Rainbow Beach bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Emerald station.

Where does the Emerald to Rainbow Beach bus arrive?

Emerald to Rainbow Beach bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Rockhampton station.

Can I drive from Emerald to Rainbow Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Emerald to Rainbow Beach is 789 km. It takes approximately 9h 53m to drive from Emerald to Rainbow Beach.

Where can I stay near Rainbow Beach?

There are 192+ hotels available in Rainbow Beach. Prices start at $59.78 per night.
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