What is the cheapest way to get from Hervey Bay to Coolum Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Hervey Bay to Coolum Beach is to bus via Maryborough which costs $28 - $55 and takes 4h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hervey Bay to Coolum Beach?

The fastest way to get from Hervey Bay to Coolum Beach is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Hervey Bay and Coolum Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Hervey Bay to Coolum Beach. However, there are services departing from Urraween Rd near Cooks Rd hail 'n' ride and arriving at David Low Way at Coolum Beach via Maryborough and Sunshine Beach Rd at Noosa Plaza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Hervey Bay and Coolum Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Hervey Bay to Coolum Beach. However, there are services departing from Howard and arriving at Cooroy via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Hervey Bay to Coolum Beach?

The distance between Hervey Bay and Coolum Beach is 246 km. The road distance is 184.6 km.

How do I travel from Hervey Bay to Coolum Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Hervey Bay to Coolum Beach without a car is to bus via Maryborough which takes 4h 27m and costs $28 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Hervey Bay to Coolum Beach?

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Hervey Bay to Coolum Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hervey Bay to Coolum Beach bus from?

Hervey Bay to Coolum Beach bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Maryborough station.

Where do I catch the Hervey Bay to Coolum Beach train from?

Hervey Bay to Coolum Beach train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Howard station.

Train or bus from Hervey Bay to Coolum Beach?

The best way to get from Hervey Bay to Coolum Beach is to bus via Maryborough which takes 4h 27m and costs $28 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $95 - $700 and takes 4h 41m.

Where does the Hervey Bay to Coolum Beach bus arrive?

Hervey Bay to Coolum Beach bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Noosa Junction Station.

Where does the Hervey Bay to Coolum Beach train arrive?

Hervey Bay to Coolum Beach train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Cooroy station.

Can I drive from Hervey Bay to Coolum Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Hervey Bay to Coolum Beach is 185 km. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Hervey Bay to Coolum Beach.

Where can I stay near Coolum Beach?

There are 2204+ hotels available in Coolum Beach.

Hervey Bay to Coolum Beach - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Hervey Bay to Coolum Beach by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus via Maryborough
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1. Take the bus from Maryborough to Noosa Junction Stationbus Au050-1 / ...
4h 27m
$29–52
Train
1. Take the train from Howard to Cooroytrain Tilt Train
4h 41m
$99–686
Drive 184.6 km
1. Drive from Hervey Bay to Coolum Beachcar 184.6 km
2h 14m
$33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hervey Bay to Noosa Junctionbus Brisbane
6h 16m
$42–97
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Hervey Bay to Tewantin Primary Schoolbus Pm19
6h 27m
$43–63

Hervey Bay to Coolum Beach by bus

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Distance: 246.4 km
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Hervey Bay, QLD, Australia and Coolum Beach, QLD, Australia?

FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Maryborough to Noosa Junction Station twice daily. Tickets cost $27–50 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Howard to Cooroy once daily. Tickets cost $26–567 and the journey takes 2h 1m.

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