What is the cheapest way to get from Burrum Heads to Coolum Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Burrum Heads to Coolum Beach is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 2h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Burrum Heads to Coolum Beach?

The fastest way to get from Burrum Heads to Coolum Beach is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Burrum Heads and Coolum Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Burrum Heads to Coolum Beach. However, there are services departing from Ross St near Howard St hail 'n' ride and arriving at David Low Way at Coolum Beach via Hervey Bay and Noosa Junction station, stop B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Burrum Heads and Coolum Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Burrum Heads to Coolum Beach. However, there are services departing from Howard and arriving at Nambour via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Burrum Heads to Coolum Beach?

The distance between Burrum Heads and Coolum Beach is 226 km. The road distance is 196.7 km.

How do I travel from Burrum Heads to Coolum Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Burrum Heads to Coolum Beach without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs $140 - $850.

How long does it take to get from Burrum Heads to Coolum Beach?

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Burrum Heads to Coolum Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burrum Heads to Coolum Beach bus from?

Burrum Heads to Coolum Beach bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Hervey Bay station.

Where do I catch the Burrum Heads to Coolum Beach train from?

Burrum Heads to Coolum Beach train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Howard station.

Train or bus from Burrum Heads to Coolum Beach?

The best way to get from Burrum Heads to Coolum Beach is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs $140 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $100 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Burrum Heads to Coolum Beach bus arrive?

Burrum Heads to Coolum Beach bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Noosa Junction station.

Where does the Burrum Heads to Coolum Beach train arrive?

Burrum Heads to Coolum Beach train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Nambour station.

Can I drive from Burrum Heads to Coolum Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Burrum Heads to Coolum Beach is 197 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Burrum Heads to Coolum Beach.

Where can I stay near Coolum Beach?

There are 2211+ hotels available in Coolum Beach.

Burrum Heads to Coolum Beach - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Burrum Heads to Coolum Beach by train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Howard to Nambourtrain Tilt Train
3h 7m
$147–848
Drive 196.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Burrum Heads to Coolum Beachcar 196.7 km
2h 25m
$36–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hervey Bay to Noosa Junctionbus Brisbane
6h 48m
$42–96
Train via Cooroy
1. Take the train from Howard to Cooroytrain Tilt Train
4h 44m
$85–670

Burrum Heads to Coolum Beach by bus

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6h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 225.6 km
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Burrum Heads, QLD, Australia and Coolum Beach, QLD, Australia?

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Howard to Nambour once daily. Tickets cost $30–667 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Hervey Bay to Noosa Junction 4 times a day. Tickets cost $50–95 and the journey takes 4h 25m. Premier Motor Service also services this route once daily.

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