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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Sunshine Coast to Airlie Beach

Composite routes from Sunshine Coast to Airlie Beach

Cheapest
12 h 35 min
Car
1040 km.
from $57
Other
7 h 37 min
Train, Plane
837 km.
from $232.39
8 h 4 min
Bus, Train
837 km.
from $282.25
10 h 22 min
Train, Plane
837 km.
from $193.70
9 h 58 min
Train, Plane
837 km.
from $323.04
10 h 9 min
Train, Plane
837 km.
from $264.35

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Eagle
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.92–$5.68
Bus from Aerodrome Rd at Maud Street to Landsborough
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.02–$2.78

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Maroochydore Sixth Avenue to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
18h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$119.99–$290.51
Bus from Mackay to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.26–$40.42

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Maroochydore Sixth Avenue to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
18h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$88.42–$126.31
Bus from Mackay to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.47–$29.05

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$88.42–$694.70
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$75.79–$366.30
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.57–$757.86

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$88.42–$694.70
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Great
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$202.10–$821.01
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$202.10–$884.17
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$75.79–$442.08
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Moranbah
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$189.46–$606.29
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.57–$757.86

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.36–$467.35
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Great
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$176.83–$821.01
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$555.76
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$189.46–$694.70

Alliance Airlines

Website:
allianceairlines.com.au/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Moranbah
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$252.62–$341.04

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Nambour to Proserpine
Ave. Duration:
13h 35m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$36.63–$2,593.45

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Sunshine Coast to Airlie Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Sunshine Coast to Airlie Beach is to bus which costs $76.09 - $250 and takes 18h.

What is the fastest way to get from Sunshine Coast to Airlie Beach?

The fastest way to get from Sunshine Coast to Airlie Beach is to train and fly which takes 7h 37m and costs $108.70 - $434.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Sunshine Coast and Airlie Beach?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Maroochydore Sixth Avenue and arriving at Airlie Beach. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18h.

Is there a direct flight between Sunshine Coast and Airlie Beach?

There are no direct flights between Sunshine Coast and Airlie Beach. The fastest has 1 change and takes 6h 35m and costs $97.83 - $652.17 .

How far is it from Sunshine Coast to Airlie Beach?

The distance between Sunshine Coast and Airlie Beach is 1068 km. The road distance is 1014.9 km.

How do I travel from Sunshine Coast to Airlie Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Sunshine Coast to Airlie Beach without a car is to train which takes 16h 48m and costs $33.70 - $2282.61 .

How long does it take to get from Sunshine Coast to Airlie Beach?

It takes approximately 7h 37m to get from Sunshine Coast to Airlie Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunshine Coast to Airlie Beach bus from?

Sunshine Coast to Airlie Beach bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Maroochydore Sixth Avenue station.

Train, bus or fly from Sunshine Coast to Airlie Beach?

The best way to get from Sunshine Coast to Airlie Beach is to train which takes 16h 48m and costs $33.70 - $2282.61 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $76.09 - $250 and takes 18h, you could also fly, which costs $119.57 - $706.52 and takes 9h 37m.

Where does the Sunshine Coast to Airlie Beach bus arrive?

Sunshine Coast to Airlie Beach bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Airlie Beach station.

Can I drive from Sunshine Coast to Airlie Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunshine Coast to Airlie Beach is 1015 km. It takes approximately 13h 54m to drive from Sunshine Coast to Airlie Beach.

Where can I stay near Airlie Beach?

There are 348+ hotels available in Airlie Beach. Prices start at $68.52 per night.
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