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

The cheapest way to get from Childers to Caloundra is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 2h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Childers to Caloundra is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Childers and Caloundra?

No, there is no direct bus from Childers to Caloundra station. However, there are services departing from Childers and arriving at Caloundra station via Mooloolaba, River Esplanade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Childers and Caloundra?

No, there is no direct train from Childers to Caloundra. However, there are services departing from Howard and arriving at Landsborough via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Childers to Caloundra?

The distance between Childers and Caloundra is 251 km. The road distance is 234.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Childers to Caloundra without a car is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs $45 - $800.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Childers to Caloundra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Childers to Caloundra bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Childers to Caloundra train from?

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

Train or bus from Childers to Caloundra?

The best way to get from Childers to Caloundra is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs $45 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus via Mooloolaba, River Esplanade, which costs $45 - $80 and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Childers to Caloundra bus arrive?

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

Where does the Childers to Caloundra train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Childers to Caloundra?

Yes, the driving distance between Childers to Caloundra is 235 km. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Childers to Caloundra.

Where can I stay near Caloundra?

There are 1435+ hotels available in Caloundra.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Howard to Landsboroughtrain Tilt Train
5h 1m
$47–774
Drive 234.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Childers to Caloundracar 234.5 km
2h 37m
$43–61
Bus via Mooloolaba, River Esplanade
1. Take the bus from Childers to Mooloolababus Au050 / ...
5h 18m
$47–76
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Childers to Maroochydorebus Brisbane
6h 50m
$67–128

Childers to Caloundra by bus and train

7Weekly Services

5h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 251.4 km
Duration: 5h 1m

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

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Howard to Landsborough once daily. Tickets cost $30–751 and the journey takes 2h 48m. Alternatively, FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Childers to Mooloolaba twice daily. Tickets cost $45–75 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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