What is the cheapest way to get from Mermaid Beach to Sunshine Coast (Region)?

The cheapest way to get from Mermaid Beach to Sunshine Coast (Region) is to tram and train and line 615 bus and line 620 bus which costs $30 - $45 and takes 6h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mermaid Beach to Sunshine Coast (Region)?

The fastest way to get from Mermaid Beach to Sunshine Coast (Region) is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct train between Mermaid Beach and Sunshine Coast (Region)?

No, there is no direct train from Mermaid Beach station to Sunshine Coast (Region) station. However, there are services departing from Mermaid Beach station, platform 1 and arriving at Nambour station, platform 2 via Helensvale station, platform 2 and Central station, platform 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Mermaid Beach to Sunshine Coast (Region)?

The distance between Mermaid Beach and Sunshine Coast (Region) is 214 km. The road distance is 196.1 km.

How do I travel from Mermaid Beach to Sunshine Coast (Region) without a car?

The best way to get from Mermaid Beach to Sunshine Coast (Region) without a car is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs $60 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Mermaid Beach to Sunshine Coast (Region)?

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Mermaid Beach to Sunshine Coast (Region), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mermaid Beach to Sunshine Coast (Region) train from?

Mermaid Beach to Sunshine Coast (Region) train services, operated by Translink, depart from Helensvale station, platform 2.

Where does the Mermaid Beach to Sunshine Coast (Region) train arrive?

Mermaid Beach to Sunshine Coast (Region) train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Central station, platform 3.

Can I drive from Mermaid Beach to Sunshine Coast (Region)?

Yes, the driving distance between Mermaid Beach to Sunshine Coast (Region) is 196 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Mermaid Beach to Sunshine Coast (Region).

Where can I stay near Sunshine Coast (Region)?

There are 1895+ hotels available in Sunshine Coast (Region).

Mermaid Beach to Sunshine Coast (Region) - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Mermaid Beach to Sunshine Coast (Region) by train, bus, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Central station, platform 3train Vlbd / ...
2. Take the train from Central station, platform 6 to Nambour station, platform 2train Ipna / ...
5h 3m
$62–82
Tram, train, line 615 bus, line 620 bus
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Mermaid Beach station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 4tram L1
2. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Central station, platform 3train
3. Take the train from Central station, platform 6 to Landsborough station, platform 1train
4. Take the bus from Landsborough station, stop A to Maroochydore station, platform 2bus 615
5. Take the bus from Maroochydore station, platform 2 to David Low Way at Mount Coolumbus 620 / ...
6h 32m
$34–44
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Roma Streettrain Vlbd / ...
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Coach Terminal to Mooloolababus Au050-1 / ...
6h 6m
$48–64
Drive 196.1 km
1. Drive from Mermaid Beach to Sunshine Coast (Region)car 196.1 km
2h 22m
$43–61

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Map of how to get from Mermaid Beach to Sunshine Coast (Region).

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Distance: 213.6 km
Duration: 5h 3m

What companies run services between Mermaid Beach, QLD, Australia and Sunshine Coast (Region), QLD, Australia?

You can take a vehicle from Mermaid Beach station, platform 1 to Sunshine Coast (Region) via Helensvale station, platform 4, Helensvale station, platform 2, Central station, platform 6, and Nambour station, platform 2 in around 5h 3m.

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