What is the cheapest way to get from Caloundra to Childers?

The cheapest way to get from Caloundra to Childers is to bus via Mooloolaba, River Esplanade which costs $40 - $75 and takes 6h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Caloundra to Childers?

The fastest way to get from Caloundra to Childers is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Caloundra and Childers?

No, there is no direct bus from Caloundra station to Childers. However, there are services departing from Caloundra station and arriving at Childers via Mooloolaba. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Caloundra and Childers?

No, there is no direct train from Caloundra to Childers. However, there are services departing from Landsborough and arriving at Howard via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Caloundra to Childers?

The distance between Caloundra and Childers is 251 km. The road distance is 235.5 km.

How do I travel from Caloundra to Childers without a car?

The best way to get from Caloundra to Childers without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs $45 - $800.

How long does it take to get from Caloundra to Childers?

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Caloundra to Childers, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caloundra to Childers bus from?

Caloundra to Childers bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Mooloolaba station.

Where do I catch the Caloundra to Childers train from?

Caloundra to Childers train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Landsborough station.

Train or bus from Caloundra to Childers?

The best way to get from Caloundra to Childers is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs $45 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus via Mooloolaba, River Esplanade, which costs $40 - $75 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Caloundra to Childers bus arrive?

Caloundra to Childers bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Childers station.

Where does the Caloundra to Childers train arrive?

Caloundra to Childers train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Howard station.

Can I drive from Caloundra to Childers?

Yes, the driving distance between Caloundra to Childers is 236 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Caloundra to Childers.

Where can I stay near Childers?

There are nine+ hotels available in Childers.

Caloundra to Childers - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Caloundra to Childers by train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Landsborough to Howardtrain Tilt Train
5h 50m
$46–774
Bus via Mooloolaba, River Esplanade
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mooloolaba to Childersbus Au050 / ...
6h 11m
$40–70
Drive 235.5 km
1. Drive from Caloundra to Childerscar 235.5 km
2h 38m
$42–60
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Maroochydore to Childersbus Cairns
7h 54m
$66–130

Caloundra to Childers by bus and train

7Weekly Services

5h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 251.2 km
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Caloundra, QLD, Australia and Childers, QLD, Australia?

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Landsborough to Howard once daily. Tickets cost $30–751 and the journey takes 2h 57m. Alternatively, FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Mooloolaba to Childers twice daily. Tickets cost $40–70 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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