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St Lucia, Australia → Rainbow Beach, Australia

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from St Lucia to Rainbow Beach

Composite routes from St Lucia to Rainbow Beach

Cheapest
3 h 8 min
Car
243 km.
from $13
Other
7 h 2 min
Train, Bus
176 km.
from $191.50
5 h 58 min
Plane, Bus
176 km.
from $334

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Cooroy
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.32–$9.47

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$35.37–$69.47
Bus from Hervey Bay to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.21–$32.84

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$27.79–$39.16
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

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$353.67

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–$354.94

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from St Lucia to Rainbow Beach?

The cheapest way to get from St Lucia to Rainbow Beach is to drive which costs $29.35 - $44.57 and takes 3h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from St Lucia to Rainbow Beach?

The fastest way to get from St Lucia to Rainbow Beach is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs $29.35 - $44.57 .

Is there a direct bus between St Lucia and Rainbow Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from St Lucia to Rainbow Beach. However, there are services departing from Coldridge St near Carmody Rd, stop 23a and arriving at Rainbow Beach via Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from St Lucia to Rainbow Beach?

The distance between St Lucia and Rainbow Beach is 278 km. The road distance is 243.2 km.

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

The best way to get from St Lucia to Rainbow Beach without a car is to bus which takes 6h 24m and costs $25 - $65.22 .

How long does it take to get from St Lucia to Rainbow Beach?

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from St Lucia to Rainbow Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the St Lucia to Rainbow Beach bus from?

St Lucia to Rainbow Beach bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Brisbane station.

Where does the St Lucia to Rainbow Beach bus arrive?

St Lucia to Rainbow Beach bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Rainbow Beach station.

Can I drive from St Lucia to Rainbow Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between St Lucia to Rainbow Beach is 243 km. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from St Lucia 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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