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

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Sunshine Coast (Region) is to train and line 615 bus which costs $3 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brisbane to Sunshine Coast (Region) is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Brisbane and Sunshine Coast (Region)?

No, there is no direct bus from Brisbane to Sunshine Coast (Region). However, there are services departing from Brisbane and arriving at David Low Way at Mount Coolum via Sixth Ave at Sea Breeze Caravan Park and Maroochydore station, platform 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

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

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

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

The distance between Brisbane and Sunshine Coast (Region) is 125 km. The road distance is 113.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Brisbane to Sunshine Coast (Region) without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs $50 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Brisbane to Sunshine Coast (Region), including transfers.

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

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

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

Brisbane to Sunshine Coast (Region) train services, operated by Translink, depart from Central station, platform 6.

Train or bus from Brisbane to Sunshine Coast (Region)?

The best way to get from Brisbane to Sunshine Coast (Region) is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs $50 - $70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28 - $45 and takes 2h 38m.

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

Brisbane to Sunshine Coast (Region) bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Maroochydore station.

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

Brisbane to Sunshine Coast (Region) train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Nambour station, platform 2.

Can I drive from Brisbane to Sunshine Coast (Region)?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane to Sunshine Coast (Region) is 114 km. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Brisbane to Sunshine Coast (Region).

Where can I stay near Sunshine Coast (Region)?

There are 2212+ hotels available in Sunshine Coast (Region).

Brisbane to Sunshine Coast (Region) - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Brisbane to Sunshine Coast (Region) by train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Central station, platform 6 to Nambour station, platform 2train Ipna / ...
2h 6m
$50–66
Train, line 615 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central station, platform 6 to Landsborough station, platform 1train Ipna / ...
2. Take the bus from Landsborough station, stop A to Maroochydore station, platform 2bus 615
3h 22m
$2
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Brisbane to Maroochydorebus Hervey Bay / ...
2h 38m
$29–43
Drive 113.9 km
1. Drive from Brisbane to Sunshine Coast (Region)car 113.9 km
1h 26m
$21–30
Bus, line 622 bus
1. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Maroochydore Sixth Avenuebus Pm16
2. Take the bus from Maroochydore station, platform 2 to South Coolum Rd near Green Oaks Drbus 622
3h 9m
$26–35

Brisbane to Sunshine Coast (Region) by bus (Greyhound)

14Weekly Buses

2h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 124.5 km
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Brisbane, QLD, Australia and Sunshine Coast (Region), QLD, Australia?

Translink operates a train from Central station, platform 6 to Nambour station, platform 2 hourly. Tickets cost $1 and the journey takes 1h 49m. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Brisbane to Maroochydore twice daily. Tickets cost $26–45 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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