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 $20 - $25 and takes 5h 40m.

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 Bowen Hills station, platform 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Mount Coolum to Varsity Lakes?

The distance between Mount Coolum and Varsity Lakes is 222 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 4h 3m and costs $90 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m 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 Bowen Hills 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 2866+ hotels available in Varsity Lakes.

Mount Coolum to Varsity Lakes - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Mount Coolum to Varsity Lakes by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nambour 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 3m
$91–108
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 / ...
5h 40m
$20–24
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mooloolaba to Brisbane Coach Terminalbus Au050-1 / ...
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2train Bdvl / ...
5h 19m
$32–44
Drive 197 km
1. Drive from Mount Coolum to Varsity Lakescar 197 km
2h 24m
$36–52

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Distance: 221.5 km
Duration: 4h 3m

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 via Nambour station, platform 2, Bowen Hills station, platform 1, and Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 in around 4h 3m.

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