What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Caloundra?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Caloundra is to fly and line 600 bus which costs $190 - $460 and takes 5h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Caloundra?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Caloundra is to fly and line 600 bus which takes 5h 52m and costs $190 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Caloundra?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Caloundra station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and arriving at Caloundra station via Central Station, Brisbane Roma Street and Brisbane Rd at Mooloolaba Bowls Club. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 42m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Caloundra?

The distance between Melbourne and Caloundra is 1505 km. The road distance is 1714.6 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Caloundra without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Caloundra without a car is to train and bus which takes 28h 25m and costs $210 - $600.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Caloundra?

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Melbourne to Caloundra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Caloundra bus from?

Melbourne to Caloundra bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where does the Melbourne to Caloundra bus arrive?

Melbourne to Caloundra bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Caloundra?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Caloundra is 1715 km. It takes approximately 19h 38m to drive from Melbourne to Caloundra.

Where can I stay near Caloundra?

There are 1462+ hotels available in Caloundra.

Melbourne to Caloundra - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and line 600 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Melbourne to Caloundra by plane, bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly to Sunshine Coast Airport, line 600 bus
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)plane MEL - MCY
2. Take the bus from Maroochydore station, platform 1 to Caloundra stationbus
5h 52m
$190–460
Fly to Brisbane Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane MEL - BNE
2. Take the train from Eagle Junction station, platform 4 to Landsborough station, platform 1train
7h 20m
$169–366
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus
3. Take the train from Central station, platform 6 to Landsborough station, platform 1train
28h 25m
$214–559
Drive 1,714.6 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Caloundracar 1,714.6 km
19h 38m
$306–442
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Central Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus
3. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Mooloolababus
28h 42m
$261–527
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Campbellfield to Central Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus
3. Take the train from Central station, platform 6 to Landsborough station, platform 1train
30h 37m
$207–400

Melbourne to Caloundra by train, bus, and foot

28Weekly Services

28h 25mAverage Duration

$214Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,505.5 km
Duration: 5h 52m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Caloundra, QLD, Australia?

You can take a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Caloundra station via Central Station, Brisbane, Brisbane Roma Street, and Brisbane Rd at Mooloolaba Bowls Club in around 28h 42m.

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