What is the cheapest way to get from Childers to Sunshine Coast?

The cheapest way to get from Childers to Sunshine Coast is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 2h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Childers to Sunshine Coast?

The fastest way to get from Childers to Sunshine Coast is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Childers and Sunshine Coast?

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 Sunshine Coast?

No, there is no direct train from Childers to Sunshine Coast. However, there are services departing from Howard and arriving at Nambour via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Childers to Sunshine Coast?

The distance between Childers and Sunshine Coast is 234 km. The road distance is 220.8 km.

How do I travel from Childers to Sunshine Coast without a car?

The best way to get from Childers to Sunshine Coast without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs $45 - $750.

How long does it take to get from Childers to Sunshine Coast?

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Childers to Sunshine Coast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Childers to Sunshine Coast bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Childers to Sunshine Coast train from?

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

Train or bus from Childers to Sunshine Coast?

The best way to get from Childers to Sunshine Coast is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs $45 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus via Mooloolaba, River Esplanade, which costs $45 - $85 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Childers to Sunshine Coast bus arrive?

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

Where does the Childers to Sunshine Coast train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Childers to Sunshine Coast?

Yes, the driving distance between Childers to Sunshine Coast is 221 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Childers to Sunshine Coast.

Where can I stay near Sunshine Coast?

There are 1846+ hotels available in Sunshine Coast.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Howard to Nambourtrain Tilt Train
4h 40m
$47–724
Drive 220.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Childers to Sunshine Coastcar 220.8 km
2h 34m
$40–57
Bus via Mooloolaba, River Esplanade
1. Take the bus from Childers to Mooloolababus Au050 / ...
4h 58m
$49–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Childers to Maroochydorebus Brisbane
6h
$50–130

Childers to Sunshine Coast by bus and train

7Weekly Services

4h 40mAverage Duration

$47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 233.5 km
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Childers, QLD, Australia and Sunshine Coast, 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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