What is the cheapest way to get from Long Island to Airlie Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Long Island to Airlie Beach is to ferry and line 860 bus which costs $70 and takes 56 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Long Island to Airlie Beach?

The fastest way to get from Long Island to Airlie Beach is to ferry and line 860 bus which takes 56 min and costs $70.

Is there a direct ferry between Long Island and Airlie Beach?

No, there is no direct ferry from Long Island to Airlie Beach. However, there are services departing from Palm Bay and arriving at Port of Airlie via Shute Harbour. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Long Island to Airlie Beach?

The distance between Long Island and Airlie Beach is 20 km.

How do I travel from Long Island to Airlie Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Long Island to Airlie Beach without a car is to ferry and line 860 bus which takes 56 min and costs $70.

How long does it take to get from Long Island to Airlie Beach?

It takes approximately 56 min to get from Long Island to Airlie Beach, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Airlie Beach?

There are 400+ hotels available in Airlie Beach.

Long Island to Airlie Beach - 2 ways to travel via ferry, and line 860 bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Long Island to Airlie Beach by ferry or bus

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Ferry, line 860 bus
best
1. Take the ferry from Palm Bay to Shute Harbourferry
2. Take the bus from Shute Harbour Marine Terminal to Airlie Beach Centralbus 860
56 min
$70
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Palm Bay to Shute Harbourferry
2. Take the ferry from Shute Harbour to Port of Airlieferry
2h 20m
$114–159

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Distance: 20 km
Duration: 56 min

What companies run services between Long Island, QLD, Australia and Airlie Beach, QLD, Australia?

You can take a ferry from Palm Bay to Port of Airlie via Shute Harbour in around 2h 20m.

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