What is the cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Coolum Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Coolum Beach is to train and line 615 bus which costs $3 and takes 4h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ipswich to Coolum Beach?

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Coolum Beach is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Coolum Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich station to Coolum Beach. However, there are services departing from Ipswich station - Bell St and arriving at David Low Way at Coolum Beach via Brisbane Roma Street, Sixth Ave at Maroochy Library and Maroochydore station, platform 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Coolum Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich station to Coolum Beach station. However, there are services departing from Ipswich station, platform 1 and arriving at Nambour station, platform 2 via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Coolum Beach?

The distance between Ipswich and Coolum Beach is 168 km. The road distance is 148.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Coolum Beach without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs $60 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Ipswich to Coolum Beach?

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Ipswich to Coolum Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Coolum Beach bus from?

Ipswich to Coolum Beach bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Ipswich station - Bell St.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Coolum Beach train from?

Ipswich to Coolum Beach train services, operated by Translink, depart from Ipswich station, platform 1.

Train or bus from Ipswich to Coolum Beach?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Coolum Beach is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs $60 - $85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $26 - $40 and takes 4h 24m.

Where does the Ipswich to Coolum Beach bus arrive?

Ipswich to Coolum Beach bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Roma Street Stop 125 at Transit Centre station.

Where does the Ipswich to Coolum Beach train arrive?

Ipswich to Coolum Beach train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Nambour station, platform 2.

Can I drive from Ipswich to Coolum Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Coolum Beach is 149 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Ipswich to Coolum Beach.

Where can I stay near Coolum Beach?

There are 2203+ hotels available in Coolum Beach.

Ipswich to Coolum Beach - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ipswich to Coolum Beach by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich station, platform 1 to Nambour station, platform 2train Ipna
3h 11m
$60–80
Train, line 615 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ipswich station, platform 1 to Landsborough station, platform 1train Ipna
2. Take the bus from Landsborough station, stop A to Maroochydore station, platform 2bus 615
4h 9m
$2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ipswich station - Bell St to Roma Street Stop 125 at Transit Centrebus R594 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Maroochydore Sixth Avenuebus Pm16
4h 24m
$26–38
Drive 148.9 km
1. Drive from Ipswich to Coolum Beachcar 148.9 km
1h 56m
$27–39

Ipswich to Coolum Beach by bus

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4h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 167.6 km
Duration: 3h 11m

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

Translink operates a train from Ipswich station, platform 1 to Nambour station, platform 2 hourly. Tickets cost $1 and the journey takes 2h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ipswich station - Bell St to David Low Way at Coolum Beach via Roma Street Stop 125 at Transit Centre, Brisbane Roma Street, Sixth Ave at Maroochy Library, and Maroochydore station, platform 2 in around 4h 24m.

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