What is the cheapest way to get from Clairview to Airlie Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Clairview to Airlie Beach is to drive which costs $45 - $75 and takes 3h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Clairview to Airlie Beach?

The fastest way to get from Clairview to Airlie Beach is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Clairview and Airlie Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Clairview to Airlie Beach. However, there are services departing from Carmila and arriving at Airlie Beach via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Clairview and Airlie Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Clairview to Airlie Beach. However, there are services departing from Carmila and arriving at Proserpine via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Clairview to Airlie Beach?

The distance between Clairview and Airlie Beach is 281 km. The road distance is 273.1 km.

How do I travel from Clairview to Airlie Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Clairview to Airlie Beach without a car is to bus via Carmila which takes 3h 50m and costs $120 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Clairview to Airlie Beach?

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Clairview to Airlie Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Clairview to Airlie Beach bus from?

Clairview to Airlie Beach bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Carmila station.

Where do I catch the Clairview to Airlie Beach train from?

Clairview to Airlie Beach train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Carmila station.

Train or bus from Clairview to Airlie Beach?

The best way to get from Clairview to Airlie Beach is to bus via Carmila which takes 3h 50m and costs $120 - $170. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $120 - $1,000 and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Clairview to Airlie Beach bus arrive?

Clairview to Airlie Beach bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Airlie Beach station.

Where does the Clairview to Airlie Beach train arrive?

Clairview to Airlie Beach train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Proserpine station.

Can I drive from Clairview to Airlie Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Clairview to Airlie Beach is 273 km. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Clairview to Airlie Beach.

Where can I stay near Airlie Beach?

There are 398+ hotels available in Airlie Beach.

Clairview to Airlie Beach - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Clairview to Airlie Beach by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus via Carmila
best
1. Take the bus from Carmila to Airlie Beachbus Pm16
3h 50m
$128–165
Drive 273.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Clairview to Airlie Beachcar 273.1 km
3h 14m
$49–71
Train
1. Take the train from Carmila to Proserpinetrain Spirit of Queensland
5h 27m
$124–964
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Saint Lawrence to Airlie Beachbus Townsville / ...
4h 57m
$183–262

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Distance: 280.6 km
Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Clairview, QLD, Australia and Airlie Beach, QLD, Australia?

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Carmila to Airlie Beach once daily. Tickets cost $40–60 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Carmila to Proserpine 4 times a week. Tickets cost $30–805 and the journey takes 3h 23m.

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