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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Port Macquarie to Rainbow Beach

Composite routes from Port Macquarie to Rainbow Beach

Cheapest
8 h 41 min
Car
778 km.
from $42
Other
8 h 20 min
Bus, Plane
613 km.
from $466.48
15 h 48 min
614 km.
from $52.93
15 h 24 min
Train, Bus
614 km.
from $71.48
17 h 55 min
614 km.
from $85.89
10 h 49 min
Bus, Plane
613 km.
from $267.78
9 h 42 min
Bus, Plane
613 km.
from $188.22
18 h 15 min
614 km.
from $177.85

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:
$6.06–$8.84
Train from Roma Street to Cooroy
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.19–$8.84

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Wauchope Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.21–$20.21

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–$31.58
Bus from Brisbane to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$34.10–$63.15
Bus from Noosa Junction to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.21–$32.84
Bus from Port Macquarie to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.15–$151.57
Bus from Brisbane Airport Domestic to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.37–$69.47

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:
$17.68–$25.26
Bus from Brisbane to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$27.79–$37.89
Bus from Port Macquarie to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
11h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$49.26–$69.47
Bus from Noosa Junction to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$18.95–$26.53
Bus from Cooroy to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.68–$25.26

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Port Macquarie to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$119.99–$517.87
Plane from Port Macquarie to Sunshine
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$107.36–$492.61

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Port Macquarie to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
4h 12m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$119.99–$517.87
Plane from Port Macquarie to Sunshine
Ave. Duration:
4h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.36–$884.17
Plane from Port Macquarie to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$176.83–$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:
$4.80–$340.63

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Port Macquarie to Rainbow Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Port Macquarie to Rainbow Beach is to train and bus which costs $33.70 - $76.09 and takes 15h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Macquarie to Rainbow Beach?

The fastest way to get from Port Macquarie to Rainbow Beach is to fly and bus which takes 8h 20m and costs $206.52 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Port Macquarie and Rainbow Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Port Macquarie to Rainbow Beach. However, there are services departing from Port Macquarie and arriving at Rainbow Beach via Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 55m.

How far is it from Port Macquarie to Rainbow Beach?

The distance between Port Macquarie and Rainbow Beach is 828 km. The road distance is 778 km.

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

The best way to get from Port Macquarie to Rainbow Beach without a car is to train and bus which takes 15h 24m and costs $33.70 - $76.09 .

How long does it take to get from Port Macquarie to Rainbow Beach?

It takes approximately 8h 20m to get from Port Macquarie to Rainbow Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Port Macquarie to Rainbow Beach bus from?

Port Macquarie to Rainbow Beach bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Port Macquarie station.

Where does the Port Macquarie to Rainbow Beach bus arrive?

Port Macquarie to Rainbow Beach bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

What is the time difference between Port Macquarie and Rainbow Beach?

Rainbow Beach is 1h behind Port Macquarie. It is currently 18:33 in Port Macquarie and 17:33 in Rainbow Beach.

Can I drive from Port Macquarie to Rainbow Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Macquarie to Rainbow Beach is 778 km. It takes approximately 8h 55m to drive from Port Macquarie 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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