What is the cheapest way to get from Canberra to Coolangatta?

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Coolangatta is to train which costs $95 - $300 and takes 21h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canberra to Coolangatta?

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Coolangatta is to fly which takes 3h 16m and costs $130 - $440.

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Coolangatta?

No, there is no direct bus from Canberra to Coolangatta. However, there are services departing from Canberra and arriving at Griffith St at Coolangatta East via Central Station and Cahill Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Canberra and Coolangatta?

No, there is no direct train from Canberra station to Coolangatta station. However, there are services departing from Canberra Station and arriving at Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 via Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 36m.

How far is it from Canberra to Coolangatta?

The distance between Canberra and Coolangatta is 907 km. The road distance is 1070.5 km.

How do I travel from Canberra to Coolangatta without a car?

The best way to get from Canberra to Coolangatta without a car is to bus which takes 18h 35m and costs $140 - $360.

How long does it take to get from Canberra to Coolangatta?

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Canberra to Coolangatta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Coolangatta bus from?

Canberra to Coolangatta bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Canberra station.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Coolangatta train from?

Canberra to Coolangatta train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Canberra Station.

Train, bus or fly from Canberra to Coolangatta?

The best way to get from Canberra to Coolangatta is to fly which takes 3h 16m and costs $130 - $440. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $140 - $360 and takes 18h 35m, you could also train, which costs $95 - $300 and takes 21h 36m.

Where does the Canberra to Coolangatta bus arrive?

Canberra to Coolangatta bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Sydney Central Station.

Where does the Canberra to Coolangatta train arrive?

Canberra to Coolangatta train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Canberra to Coolangatta?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Coolangatta is 1070 km. It takes approximately 11h 24m to drive from Canberra to Coolangatta.

Where can I stay near Coolangatta?

There are 2926+ hotels available in Coolangatta.

Canberra to Coolangatta - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Canberra to Coolangatta by plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, train, or car

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Fly to Gold Coast Airport
best
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane CBR - OOL
3h 16m
$134–436
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Canberra Station to Central Stationtrain 636 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2train
21h 36m
$97–292
Bus
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney Central Stationbus Au100-1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Bilingabus Brisbane
18h 35m
$147–358
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney Central Stationbus
2. Take the train from Central Station to Casino Stationtrain 33 / ...
3. Take the bus from Casino Station, Coach Bay to Wharf St Opp Tweed Heads Visitor Information Centrebus 167 / ...
19h 30m
$106–309
Drive 1,070.5 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Coolangattacar 1,070.5 km
11h 24m
$190–275
Fly to Brisbane Airport, train
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane CBR - BNE
2. Take the train from International Airport Station to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2train
5h 56m
$175–425
Bus, train via Brisbane
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney Central Stationbus
2. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2train
20h 39m
$108–309
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Jolimont Centre to Wollongong Station, Station Stbus 855
2. Take the train from Wollongong Station to Central Stationtrain Sco
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Tweed Headsbus
21h 45m
$164–235

Canberra to Coolangatta by train and bus

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21h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 906.7 km
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Canberra, ACT, Australia and Coolangatta, QLD, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Canberra to Griffith St at Coolangatta East via Sydney Central Station, Central Station, and Cahill Street in around 18h 35m.

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