What is the cheapest way to get from Caloundra to River Heads?

The cheapest way to get from Caloundra to River Heads is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 2h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Caloundra to River Heads?

The fastest way to get from Caloundra to River Heads is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Caloundra and River Heads?

No, there is no direct bus from Caloundra station to River Heads. However, there are services departing from Caloundra station and arriving at Hervey Bay via Mooloolaba. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Caloundra to River Heads?

The distance between Caloundra and River Heads is 245 km. The road distance is 222.1 km.

How do I travel from Caloundra to River Heads without a car?

The best way to get from Caloundra to River Heads without a car is to train and taxi which takes 4h 50m and costs $160 - $900.

How long does it take to get from Caloundra to River Heads?

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Caloundra to River Heads, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caloundra to River Heads bus from?

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

Where does the Caloundra to River Heads bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Caloundra to River Heads?

Yes, the driving distance between Caloundra to River Heads is 222 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Caloundra to River Heads.

Where can I stay near River Heads?

There are 329+ hotels available in River Heads.

Caloundra to River Heads - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Caloundra to River Heads by train, taxi, bus, or car

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Landsborough to Maryborough Westtrain Tilt Train
2. Take the taxi from Maryborough West to River Headstaxi
4h 50m
$160–860
Drive 222.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Caloundra to River Headscar 222.1 km
2h 33m
$40–58
Bus via Mooloolaba, River Esplanade
1. Take the bus from Mooloolaba to Hervey Baybus Au050 / ...
5h 26m
$86–126
Bus
1. Take the bus from Maroochydore Sixth Avenue to Hervey Baybus Pm16
7h 25m
$96–130

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Distance: 244.5 km
Duration: 4h 50m

What companies run services between Caloundra, QLD, Australia and River Heads, QLD, Australia?

FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Mooloolaba to Hervey Bay twice daily. Tickets cost $35–65 and the journey takes 3h 32m.

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