What is the cheapest way to get from Mount Coolum to Varsity Lakes?

The cheapest way to get from Mount Coolum to Varsity Lakes is to train via Landsborough which costs $4 and takes 4h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mount Coolum to Varsity Lakes?

The fastest way to get from Mount Coolum to Varsity Lakes is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct train between Mount Coolum and Varsity Lakes?

No, there is no direct train from Mount Coolum station to Varsity Lakes station. However, there are services departing from Nambour station, platform 2 and arriving at Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 via Fortitude Valley station, platform 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Mount Coolum to Varsity Lakes?

The distance between Mount Coolum and Varsity Lakes is 217 km. The road distance is 197 km.

How do I travel from Mount Coolum to Varsity Lakes without a car?

The best way to get from Mount Coolum to Varsity Lakes without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs $60 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Mount Coolum to Varsity Lakes?

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Mount Coolum to Varsity Lakes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mount Coolum to Varsity Lakes train from?

Mount Coolum to Varsity Lakes train services, operated by Translink, depart from Nambour station, platform 2.

Where does the Mount Coolum to Varsity Lakes train arrive?

Mount Coolum to Varsity Lakes train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Fortitude Valley station, platform 3.

Can I drive from Mount Coolum to Varsity Lakes?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Coolum to Varsity Lakes is 197 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Mount Coolum to Varsity Lakes.

Where can I stay near Varsity Lakes?

There are 2761+ hotels available in Varsity Lakes.

Mount Coolum to Varsity Lakes - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Mount Coolum to Varsity Lakes by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nambour station, platform 2 to Fortitude Valley station, platform 3train Naip / ...
2. Take the train from Fortitude Valley station, platform 1 to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2train Bdvl / ...
3h 48m
$61–71
Train via Landsborough
cheapest
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Bowen Hills station, platform 3train Naip / ...
2. Take the train from Bowen Hills station, platform 1 to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2train Bdvl / ...
4h 54m
$4
Drive 197 km
1. Drive from Mount Coolum to Varsity Lakescar 197 km
2h 24m
$36–52

Mount Coolum to Varsity Lakes by bus and train

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4h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 217 km
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Mount Coolum, QLD, Australia and Varsity Lakes, QLD, Australia?

You can take a vehicle from Mount Coolum to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 via Nambour station, platform 2 and Fortitude Valley station, platform 1 in around 3h 48m.

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