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 7h 11m and costs $750 - $2,600.

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 14h.

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 which takes 2 days 14h and costs $420 - $1,100.

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

It takes approximately 7h 11m to get from Alice Springs to Sunshine Coast (Region), including transfers.

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

Alice Springs to Sunshine Coast (Region) bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Alice Springs station.

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, bus 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 7h 11m and costs $750 - $2,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $420 - $1,100 and takes 2 days 14h, you could also train, which costs $5,000 - $17,000 and takes 3 days 14h.

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

Alice Springs to Sunshine Coast (Region) bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Adelaide station.

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 3:10 AM in Alice Springs and 3:40 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 1843+ hotels available in Sunshine Coast (Region).

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Alice Springs and Sunshine Coast (Region)?

No, there is no direct bus from Alice Springs to Sunshine Coast (Region). However, there are services departing from Alice Springs and arriving at David Low Way at Coolum Hotel via 85 Franklin St, Albury Station, Coach Bay 1, Central Station, Brisbane Coach Terminal and Sunshine Beach Rd at Noosa Plaza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 14h.

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There are 7 ways to get from Alice Springs to Sunshine Coast (Region) by plane, bus (Greyhound), 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
7h 11m
$790–2,547
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Alice Springs to Adelaidebus
2. Take the bus from 85 Franklin St to Albury Station/Hume Hwybus
3. Take the bus from Albury Station, Coach Bay 1 to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1bus
4. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus
5. Take the bus from Brisbane Coach Terminal to Noosa Junction Stationbus
2d 14h
$426–1,095
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 10h
$2,326–13,502
Drive 2,516.4 km
1. Drive from Alice Springs to Sunshine Coast (Region)car 2,516.4 km
38h 55m
$453–654
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 30m
$549–1,273
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
13h 51m
$893–2,830
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 14h
$5,200–16,118

Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) flights

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6h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,979.2 km
Duration: 7h 11m

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) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Alice Springs to David Low Way at Coolum Hotel via 85 Franklin St, Albury Station, Coach Bay 1, Central Station, Brisbane, Brisbane Coach Terminal, Noosa Junction Station, and Sunshine Beach Rd at Noosa Plaza in around 2d 14h.

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