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

The cheapest way to get from Howard to Sunshine Coast is to bus via Maryborough which costs $30 - $60 and takes 4h 53m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Howard and Sunshine Coast?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Howard and arriving at Maroochydore Sixth Avenue. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Howard and Sunshine Coast?

No, there is no direct train from Howard to Sunshine Coast. However, there are services departing from Howard and arriving at Nambour via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Howard to Sunshine Coast?

The distance between Howard and Sunshine Coast is 202 km. The road distance is 190.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Howard to Sunshine Coast without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs $30 - $700.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Howard to Sunshine Coast, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Howard to Sunshine Coast?

The best way to get from Howard to Sunshine Coast is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs $30 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus via Maryborough, which costs $30 - $60 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Howard to Sunshine Coast bus arrive?

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

Where does the Howard to Sunshine Coast train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Howard to Sunshine Coast?

Yes, the driving distance between Howard to Sunshine Coast is 190 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Howard to Sunshine Coast.

Where can I stay near Sunshine Coast?

There are 1841+ hotels available in Sunshine Coast.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Howard to Sunshine Coast by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Howard to Nambourtrain Tilt Train
3h 6m
$31–668
Bus via Maryborough
1. Take the bus from Maryborough to Mooloolababus Au050 / ...
4h 53m
$32–56
Drive 190.2 km
1. Drive from Howard to Sunshine Coastcar 190.2 km
2h 13m
$35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Howard to Maroochydore Sixth Avenuebus Pm19
6h 15m
$45–70

Howard to Sunshine Coast by train and bus

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3h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 201.7 km
Duration: 3h 6m

What companies run services between Howard, 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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