What is the cheapest way to get from Alva Beach to Airlie Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Alva Beach to Airlie Beach is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 2h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alva Beach to Airlie Beach?

The fastest way to get from Alva Beach to Airlie Beach is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Alva Beach and Airlie Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Alva Beach to Airlie Beach. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Airlie Beach via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Alva Beach and Airlie Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Alva Beach to Airlie Beach. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Proserpine via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Alva Beach to Airlie Beach?

The distance between Alva Beach and Airlie Beach is 213 km. The road distance is 204.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Alva Beach to Airlie Beach without a car is to bus which takes 3h 27m and costs $75 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Alva Beach to Airlie Beach?

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Alva Beach to Airlie Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alva Beach to Airlie Beach bus from?

Alva Beach to Airlie Beach bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Ayr station.

Where do I catch the Alva Beach to Airlie Beach train from?

Alva Beach to Airlie Beach train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Ayr station.

Train or bus from Alva Beach to Airlie Beach?

The best way to get from Alva Beach to Airlie Beach is to bus which takes 3h 27m and costs $75 - $130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $75 - $750 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Alva Beach to Airlie Beach bus arrive?

Alva Beach to Airlie Beach bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Airlie Beach station.

Where does the Alva Beach to Airlie Beach train arrive?

Alva Beach to Airlie Beach train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Proserpine station.

Can I drive from Alva Beach to Airlie Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Alva Beach to Airlie Beach is 205 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Alva Beach to Airlie Beach.

Where can I stay near Airlie Beach?

There are 399+ hotels available in Airlie Beach.

Alva Beach to Airlie Beach - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Alva Beach to Airlie Beach by bus (Greyhound), train, car, or bus

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ayr to Airlie Beachbus Brisbane
3h 27m
$75–128
Drive 204.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Alva Beach to Airlie Beachcar 204.6 km
2h 32m
$37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Proserpinetrain Spirit of Queensland
4h 7m
$78–712
Bus via Bowen
1. Take the bus from Ayr to Bowenbus Pm19
2. Take the bus from Bowen to Airlie Beachbus Au050 / ...
3h 42m
$81–107

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Distance: 213.5 km
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Alva Beach, QLD, Australia and Airlie Beach, QLD, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Ayr to Airlie Beach 3 times a day. Tickets cost $40–75 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Ayr to Proserpine 4 times a week. Tickets cost $29–634 and the journey takes 2h 7m.

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