What is the cheapest way to get from Mermaid Beach to Caloundra?

The cheapest way to get from Mermaid Beach to Caloundra is to train which costs $4 and takes 4h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mermaid Beach to Caloundra?

The fastest way to get from Mermaid Beach to Caloundra is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Mermaid Beach and Caloundra?

No, there is no direct bus from Mermaid Beach station to Caloundra. However, there are services departing from Broadbeach South station, stop C and arriving at Bowman Rd near First Ave via Surfers Paradise, Adelaide Street Stop 24 near Edward St, Abbotsford Rd at Bowen Hills and Landsborough station, stop A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Mermaid Beach and Caloundra?

No, there is no direct train from Mermaid Beach station to Caloundra station. However, there are services departing from Nerang station, platform 2 and arriving at Landsborough station, platform 1 via Central station, platform 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Mermaid Beach to Caloundra?

The distance between Mermaid Beach and Caloundra is 192 km. The road distance is 169.9 km.

How do I travel from Mermaid Beach to Caloundra without a car?

The best way to get from Mermaid Beach to Caloundra without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs $4.

How long does it take to get from Mermaid Beach to Caloundra?

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Mermaid Beach to Caloundra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mermaid Beach to Caloundra bus from?

Mermaid Beach to Caloundra bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Surfers Paradise station.

Where do I catch the Mermaid Beach to Caloundra train from?

Mermaid Beach to Caloundra train services, operated by Translink, depart from Nerang station, platform 2.

Train or bus from Mermaid Beach to Caloundra?

The best way to get from Mermaid Beach to Caloundra is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs $4. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $45 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Mermaid Beach to Caloundra bus arrive?

Mermaid Beach to Caloundra bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

Where does the Mermaid Beach to Caloundra train arrive?

Mermaid Beach to Caloundra train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Central station, platform 3.

Can I drive from Mermaid Beach to Caloundra?

Yes, the driving distance between Mermaid Beach to Caloundra is 170 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Mermaid Beach to Caloundra.

Where can I stay near Caloundra?

There are 1435+ hotels available in Caloundra.

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There are 3 ways to get from Mermaid Beach to Caloundra by train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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1. Take the train from Nerang station, platform 2 to Central station, platform 3train Vlbd / ...
2. Take the train from Central station, platform 6 to Landsborough station, platform 1train Ipna / ...
4h 17m
$4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Surfers Paradise to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Abbotsford Rd at Bowen Hills to Landsborough station, stop Bbus R616
5h 52m
$26–44
Drive 169.9 km
1. Drive from Mermaid Beach to Caloundracar 169.9 km
2h 2m
$31–45

Mermaid Beach to Caloundra by bus and train

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Distance: 191.6 km
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Mermaid Beach, QLD, Australia and Caloundra, QLD, Australia?

You can take a bus from Broadbeach South station, stop C to Bowman Rd near First Ave via Nerang station, Nerang station, platform 2, Central station, platform 6, Landsborough station, platform 1, and Landsborough station, stop A in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Broadbeach South station, stop C to Bowman Rd near First Ave via Remembrance Dr at Bruce Bishop Car Park, Surfers Paradise, Brisbane, Adelaide Street Stop 24 near Edward St, Abbotsford Rd at Bowen Hills, Landsborough station, stop B, and Landsborough station, stop A in around 5h 52m.

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