What is the cheapest way to get from Hervey Bay to Sunshine Coast?

The cheapest way to get from Hervey Bay to Sunshine Coast is to bus via Maryborough which costs $30 - $60 and takes 4h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hervey Bay to Sunshine Coast?

The fastest way to get from Hervey Bay to Sunshine Coast is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Hervey Bay and Sunshine Coast?

No, there is no direct bus from Hervey Bay to Sunshine Coast. However, there are services departing from Urraween Rd near Cooks Rd hail 'n' ride and arriving at Mooloolaba via Maryborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Hervey Bay and Sunshine Coast?

No, there is no direct train from Hervey Bay to Sunshine Coast. However, there are services departing from Howard and arriving at Nambour via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Hervey Bay to Sunshine Coast?

The distance between Hervey Bay and Sunshine Coast is 227 km. The road distance is 194.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Hervey Bay to Sunshine Coast without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs $100 - $800.

How long does it take to get from Hervey Bay to Sunshine Coast?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Hervey Bay to Sunshine Coast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hervey Bay to Sunshine Coast bus from?

Hervey Bay to Sunshine Coast bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Maryborough station.

Where do I catch the Hervey Bay to Sunshine Coast train from?

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

Train or bus from Hervey Bay to Sunshine Coast?

The best way to get from Hervey Bay to Sunshine Coast is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs $100 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus via Maryborough, which costs $30 - $60 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Hervey Bay to Sunshine Coast bus arrive?

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

Where does the Hervey Bay to Sunshine Coast train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hervey Bay to Sunshine Coast?

Yes, the driving distance between Hervey Bay to Sunshine Coast is 194 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Hervey Bay to Sunshine Coast.

Where can I stay near Sunshine Coast?

There are 1848+ hotels available in Sunshine Coast.

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There are 5 ways to get from Hervey Bay 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
3h 40m
$102–785
Bus via Maryborough
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Maryborough to Mooloolababus Au050 / ...
4h 25m
$30–56
Drive 194.4 km
1. Drive from Hervey Bay to Sunshine Coastcar 194.4 km
2h 18m
$35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hervey Bay to Maroochydore Sixth Avenuebus Pm19
6h 11m
$46–66
Bus #2 (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Hervey Bay to Maroochydorebus Brisbane
6h 18m
$56–110

Hervey Bay to Sunshine Coast by bus

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6h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 227 km
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Hervey Bay, 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 Maryborough to Mooloolaba twice daily. Tickets cost $30–55 and the journey takes 2h 58m.

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