What is the cheapest way to get from Caloundra to Hervey Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Caloundra to Hervey Bay is to bus via Maryborough which costs $30 - $65 and takes 6h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Caloundra to Hervey Bay?

The fastest way to get from Caloundra to Hervey Bay is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Caloundra and Hervey Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Caloundra station to Hervey Bay. However, there are services departing from Caloundra station and arriving at Hervey Bay Rd near Scrubhill Rd hail 'n' ride via Mooloolaba and Station Square Shopping Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Caloundra and Hervey Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Caloundra to Hervey Bay. However, there are services departing from Landsborough and arriving at Howard via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Caloundra to Hervey Bay?

The distance between Caloundra and Hervey Bay is 247 km. The road distance is 209.2 km.

How do I travel from Caloundra to Hervey Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Caloundra to Hervey Bay without a car is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs $100 - $850.

How long does it take to get from Caloundra to Hervey Bay?

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Caloundra to Hervey Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caloundra to Hervey Bay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Caloundra to Hervey Bay train from?

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

Train or bus from Caloundra to Hervey Bay?

The best way to get from Caloundra to Hervey Bay is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs $100 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus via Maryborough, which costs $30 - $65 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Caloundra to Hervey Bay bus arrive?

Caloundra to Hervey Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Maryborough station.

Where does the Caloundra to Hervey Bay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Caloundra to Hervey Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Caloundra to Hervey Bay is 209 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Caloundra to Hervey Bay.

Where can I stay near Hervey Bay?

There are 357+ hotels available in Hervey Bay.

Caloundra to Hervey Bay - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Caloundra to Hervey Bay by train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Landsborough to Howardtrain Tilt Train
4h 46m
$100–836
Bus via Maryborough
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mooloolaba to Maryboroughbus Au050 / ...
6h 6m
$32–62
Drive 209.2 km
1. Drive from Caloundra to Hervey Baycar 209.2 km
2h 23m
$38–55
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Maroochydore to Hervey Baybus Hervey Bay / ...
8h 10m
$56–112
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Maroochydore Sixth Avenue to Hervey Baybus Pm16
8h 12m
$46–66

Caloundra to Hervey Bay by bus (Greyhound)

14Weekly Buses

8h 10mAverage Duration

$56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 246.6 km
Duration: 4h 46m

What companies run services between Caloundra, QLD, Australia and Hervey Bay, 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 Maryborough twice daily. Tickets cost $30–60 and the journey takes 2h 58m.

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