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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Newcastle to Rainbow Beach

Composite routes from Newcastle to Rainbow Beach

Cheapest
11 h 6 min
Car
1008 km.
from $55
Other
7 h 57 min
Bus, Plane
790 km.
from $316.49
18 h 12 min
790 km.
from $57.26
20 h 43 min
790 km.
from $219.76
8 h 41 min
Train, Plane
790 km.
from $277.51
9 h 57 min
Bus, Plane
790 km.
from $129.53
11 h
Train, Plane
790 km.
from $164.79
19 h 28 min
Train, Bus
790 km.
from $80.78

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Cooroy
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.32–$9.47
Train from Bowen Hills station, platform 4 to Cooroy
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.32–$9.47

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Broadmeadow Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
11h 48m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.37–$29.05
Train from Newcastle Interchange to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.93–$8.84

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Hervey Bay to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.21–$32.84
Bus from Newcastle to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$88.42–$202.10
Bus from Brisbane to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$35.37–$69.47
Bus from Noosa Junction to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.47–$34.10

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:
$18.95–$26.53
Bus from Cooroy to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$18.95–$26.53
Bus from Brisbane to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$27.79–$39.16
Bus from Noosa Junction to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$18.95–$27.79

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$119.99–$492.61
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$55.58–$353.67
Plane from Sydney Airport to Sunshine
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$48.00–$366.30

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
4h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$757.86
Plane from Sydney Airport to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$119.99–$492.61
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$55.58–$378.93
Plane from Sydney Airport to Sunshine
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$48.00–$606.29

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.05–$442.08
Plane from Sydney Airport to Sunshine
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.15–$454.72

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Cooroy
Ave. Duration:
2h 4m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.93–$354.29

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Rainbow Beach is to train and bus via Cooroy which costs $29.35 - $358.70 and takes 18h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to Rainbow Beach is to fly and bus which takes 7h 57m and costs $141.30 - $510.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Rainbow Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle to Rainbow Beach. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Rainbow Beach via King George Square, 1d and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 43m.

How far is it from Newcastle to Rainbow Beach?

The distance between Newcastle and Rainbow Beach is 999 km. The road distance is 1009 km.

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

The best way to get from Newcastle to Rainbow Beach without a car is to train and bus via Cooroy which takes 18h 12m and costs $29.35 - $358.70 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 57m to get from Newcastle to Rainbow Beach, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Newcastle to Rainbow Beach bus arrive?

Newcastle to Rainbow Beach bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

What is the time difference between Newcastle and Rainbow Beach?

Rainbow Beach is 1h behind Newcastle. It is currently 09:57 in Newcastle and 08:57 in Rainbow Beach.

Can I drive from Newcastle to Rainbow Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Rainbow Beach is 1009 km. It takes approximately 11h 20m to drive from Newcastle to Rainbow Beach.

Where can I stay near Rainbow Beach?

There are 190+ hotels available in Rainbow Beach. Prices start at $62.29 per night.
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