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

The cheapest way to get from Coolangatta to Caloundra is to train which costs $4 and takes 4h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Coolangatta to Caloundra is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Coolangatta and Caloundra?

No, there is no direct bus from Coolangatta to Caloundra. However, there are services departing from Griffith St at Coolangatta East and arriving at Bowman Rd near First Ave via Bilinga, Adelaide Street Stop 24 near Edward St, Abbotsford Rd at Bowen Hills and Landsborough station, stop A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Coolangatta and Caloundra?

No, there is no direct train from Coolangatta station to Caloundra station. However, there are services departing from Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 and arriving at Landsborough station, platform 1 via Bowen Hills station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Coolangatta to Caloundra?

The distance between Coolangatta and Caloundra is 212 km. The road distance is 188.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Coolangatta to Caloundra without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs $4.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Coolangatta to Caloundra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coolangatta to Caloundra bus from?

Coolangatta to Caloundra bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Bilinga station.

Where do I catch the Coolangatta to Caloundra train from?

Coolangatta to Caloundra train services, operated by Translink, depart from Varsity Lakes station, platform 2.

Train or bus from Coolangatta to Caloundra?

The best way to get from Coolangatta to Caloundra is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs $4. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $29 - $50 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Coolangatta to Caloundra bus arrive?

Coolangatta to Caloundra bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

Where does the Coolangatta to Caloundra train arrive?

Coolangatta to Caloundra train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Bowen Hills station, platform 2.

Can I drive from Coolangatta to Caloundra?

Yes, the driving distance between Coolangatta to Caloundra is 189 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Coolangatta to Caloundra.

Where can I stay near Caloundra?

There are 1428+ hotels available in Caloundra.

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There are 3 ways to get from Coolangatta to Caloundra by train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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1. Take the train from Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 to Bowen Hills station, platform 2train Vlbd / ...
2. Take the train from Bowen Hills station, platform 4 to Landsborough station, platform 1train Ipna / ...
4h 52m
$4
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1. Take the bus from Bilinga to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Abbotsford Rd at Bowen Hills to Landsborough station, stop Bbus R616
6h 20m
$30–48
Drive 188.9 km
1. Drive from Coolangatta to Caloundracar 188.9 km
2h 13m
$34–50

Coolangatta to Caloundra by bus and train

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Distance: 212.3 km
Duration: 4h 52m

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

You can take a bus from Griffith St at Coolangatta East to Bowman Rd near First Ave via Varsity Lakes station, stop A, Varsity Lakes station, platform 2, Bowen Hills station, platform 4, Landsborough station, platform 1, and Landsborough station, stop A in around 4h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Griffith St at Coolangatta East to Bowman Rd near First Ave via Johnston Street, Bilinga, Brisbane, Adelaide Street Stop 24 near Edward St, Abbotsford Rd at Bowen Hills, Landsborough station, stop B, and Landsborough station, stop A in around 6h 20m.

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