What is the cheapest way to get from Alice Springs to Sunshine Coast (Region)?

The cheapest way to get from Alice Springs to Sunshine Coast (Region) is to drive which costs $450 - $700 and takes 38h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alice Springs to Sunshine Coast (Region)?

The fastest way to get from Alice Springs to Sunshine Coast (Region) is to fly which takes 6h 21m and costs $950 - $3,000.

Is there a direct train between Alice Springs and Sunshine Coast (Region)?

No, there is no direct train from Alice Springs to Sunshine Coast (Region) station. However, there are services departing from Alice Springs and arriving at Nambour station, platform 2 via Manguri, Adelaide and Central station, platform 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 13h.

How far is it from Alice Springs to Sunshine Coast (Region)?

The distance between Alice Springs and Sunshine Coast (Region) is 1979 km. The road distance is 2516.4 km.

How do I travel from Alice Springs to Sunshine Coast (Region) without a car?

The best way to get from Alice Springs to Sunshine Coast (Region) without a car is to bus and train via Sydney which takes 2 days 11h and costs $470 - $1,100.

How long does it take to get from Alice Springs to Sunshine Coast (Region)?

It takes approximately 6h 21m to get from Alice Springs to Sunshine Coast (Region), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alice Springs to Sunshine Coast (Region) train from?

Alice Springs to Sunshine Coast (Region) train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Ghan, depart from Alice Springs station.

Train or fly from Alice Springs to Sunshine Coast (Region)?

The best way to get from Alice Springs to Sunshine Coast (Region) is to fly which takes 6h 21m and costs $950 - $3,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $5,000 - $17,000 and takes 3 days 13h.

What is the time difference between Alice Springs and Sunshine Coast (Region)?

Sunshine Coast (Region) is 30 min ahead of Alice Springs. It is currently 4:03 AM in Alice Springs and 4:33 AM in Sunshine Coast (Region).

Where does the Alice Springs to Sunshine Coast (Region) train arrive?

Alice Springs to Sunshine Coast (Region) train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Ghan, arrive at Manguri station.

Can I drive from Alice Springs to Sunshine Coast (Region)?

Yes, the driving distance between Alice Springs to Sunshine Coast (Region) is 2516 km. It takes approximately 38h 55m to drive from Alice Springs to Sunshine Coast (Region).

Where can I stay near Sunshine Coast (Region)?

There are 1861+ hotels available in Sunshine Coast (Region).

Alice Springs to Sunshine Coast (Region) - 7 ways to travel via train

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There are 7 ways to get from Alice Springs to Sunshine Coast (Region) by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly to Sunshine Coast Airport
best
1. Fly from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)plane ASP - MCY
6h 21m
$957–2,967
Drive 2,516.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Alice Springs to Sunshine Coast (Region)car 2,516.4 km
38h 55m
$455–657
Bus, train via Sydney
1. Take the bus from Alice Springs to Adelaidebus
2. Take the bus from Adelaide Central Bus Station, Franklin St to Blende St After Bromide Stbus 584
3. Take the train from Broken Hill Station to Central Stationtrain 446
4. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus
5. Take the bus from Brisbane Coach Terminal to Noosa Junction Stationbus
2d 11h
$477–1,046
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Alice Springs to Adelaidebus
2. Take the train from Adelaide to Brisbanetrain
3. Take the train from Central station, platform 6 to Landsborough station, platform 1train
3d 8h
$2,325–13,534
Fly to Brisbane Airport, train
1. Fly from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane ASP - BNE
2. Take the train from Eagle Junction station, platform 4 to Landsborough station, platform 1train
7h 8m
$578–1,395
Fly to Hervey Bay, bus
1. Fly from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Hervey Bay (HVB)plane ASP - HVB
2. Take the bus from Hervey Bay to Noosa Junction Stationbus
22h 24m
$666–2,352
Train
1. Take the train from Alice Springs to Manguritrain
2. Take the train from Manguri to Adelaide Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Adelaide to Brisbanetrain
4. Take the train from Central station, platform 6 to Nambour station, platform 2train
3d 13h
$5,262–16,185

Alice Springs to Sunshine Coast (Region) by bus, foot, and train

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3d 8hAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,979.2 km
Duration: 6h 21m

What companies run services between Alice Springs, NT, Australia and Sunshine Coast (Region), QLD, Australia?

Qantas and Jetstar fly from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Alice Springs to Sunshine Coast (Region) via Manguri, Adelaide Station, Adelaide, Brisbane, Central station, platform 6, and Nambour station, platform 2 in around 3d 13h.

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