What is the cheapest way to get from North Lakes to Rainbow Beach?

The cheapest way to get from North Lakes to Rainbow Beach is to train and bus via Sunshine Coast which costs $23 - $40 and takes 5h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from North Lakes to Rainbow Beach?

The fastest way to get from North Lakes to Rainbow Beach is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between North Lakes and Rainbow Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from North Lakes to Rainbow Beach. However, there are services departing from Brisbane and arriving at Rainbow Beach via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

How far is it from North Lakes to Rainbow Beach?

The distance between North Lakes and Rainbow Beach is 203 km. The road distance is 178.9 km.

How do I travel from North Lakes to Rainbow Beach without a car?

The best way to get from North Lakes to Rainbow Beach without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 25m and costs $50 - $80.

How long does it take to get from North Lakes to Rainbow Beach?

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from North Lakes to Rainbow Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the North Lakes to Rainbow Beach bus from?

North Lakes to Rainbow Beach bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Brisbane station.

Where does the North Lakes to Rainbow Beach bus arrive?

North Lakes to Rainbow Beach bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Rainbow Beach station.

Can I drive from North Lakes to Rainbow Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between North Lakes to Rainbow Beach is 179 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from North Lakes to Rainbow Beach.

Where can I stay near Rainbow Beach?

There are 176+ hotels available in Rainbow Beach.

North Lakes to Rainbow Beach - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from North Lakes to Rainbow Beach by train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Petrie station, platform 2 to Cooran station, platform 1train Brgy
2. Take the bus from Traveston to Rainbow Beachbus Au050-1 / ...
5h 25m
$54–76
Train, bus via Sunshine Coast
cheapest
1. Take the train from Petrie station, platform 2 to Landsborough station, platform 1train Ipna / ...
2. Take the bus from Mooloolaba to Rainbow Beachbus Au050 / ...
5h 47m
$24–38
Drive 178.9 km
1. Drive from North Lakes to Rainbow Beachcar 178.9 km
2h 49m
$32–47
Bus via Roma Street (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Brisbane to Rainbow Beachbus Hervey Bay / ...
6h 58m
$50–100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aspley Gympie Road to Rainbow Beachbus Pm16
7h 10m
$42–62

North Lakes to Rainbow Beach by train and bus (Greyhound)

14Weekly Services

6h 58mAverage Duration

$50Cheapest Price

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Distance: 203.4 km
Duration: 5h 25m

What companies run services between North Lakes, QLD, Australia and Rainbow Beach, QLD, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Brisbane to Rainbow Beach twice daily. Tickets cost $50–100 and the journey takes 5h 5m.

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