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

The cheapest way to get from Childers to Maroochydore is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Childers to Maroochydore is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Childers and Maroochydore?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Childers and arriving at Maroochydore. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Childers and Maroochydore?

No, there is no direct train from Childers to Maroochydore. However, there are services departing from Howard and arriving at Nambour via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Childers to Maroochydore?

The distance between Childers and Maroochydore is 234 km. The road distance is 221.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Childers to Maroochydore without a car is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs $45 - $750.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Childers to Maroochydore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Childers to Maroochydore bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Childers to Maroochydore train from?

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

Train or bus from Childers to Maroochydore?

The best way to get from Childers to Maroochydore is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs $45 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus via Mooloolaba, River Esplanade, which costs $45 - $80 and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Childers to Maroochydore bus arrive?

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

Where does the Childers to Maroochydore train arrive?

Childers to Maroochydore train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Nambour station.

Can I drive from Childers to Maroochydore?

Yes, the driving distance between Childers to Maroochydore is 222 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Childers to Maroochydore.

Where can I stay near Maroochydore?

There are 1836+ hotels available in Maroochydore.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Howard to Nambourtrain Tilt Train
4h 31m
$47–724
Drive 221.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Childers to Maroochydorecar 221.5 km
2h 35m
$40–58
Bus via Mooloolaba, River Esplanade
1. Take the bus from Childers to Mooloolababus Au050 / ...
4h 51m
$47–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from Childers to Maroochydorebus Brisbane
6h
$50–130

Childers to Maroochydore by bus and train

7Weekly Services

4h 31mAverage Duration

$47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 233.5 km
Duration: 4h 31m

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

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Howard to Nambour once daily. Tickets cost $30–667 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Alternatively, FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Childers to Mooloolaba twice daily. Tickets cost $45–80 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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