What is the cheapest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Helensvale?

The cheapest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Helensvale is to bus and train which costs $35 - $60 and takes 5h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Helensvale?

The fastest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Helensvale is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Rainbow Beach and Helensvale?

No, there is no direct bus from Rainbow Beach to Helensvale. However, there are services departing from Rainbow Beach and arriving at Gold Coast Hwy at Discovery Drive via Brisbane and Scarborough St at Southport Transit Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Rainbow Beach to Helensvale?

The distance between Rainbow Beach and Helensvale is 311 km. The road distance is 266.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Rainbow Beach to Helensvale without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 6m and costs $35 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Rainbow Beach to Helensvale?

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Rainbow Beach to Helensvale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rainbow Beach to Helensvale bus from?

Rainbow Beach to Helensvale bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Rainbow Beach station.

Where does the Rainbow Beach to Helensvale bus arrive?

Rainbow Beach to Helensvale bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Brisbane Coach Terminal station.

Can I drive from Rainbow Beach to Helensvale?

Yes, the driving distance between Rainbow Beach to Helensvale is 267 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Rainbow Beach to Helensvale.

Where can I stay near Helensvale?

There are 2351+ hotels available in Helensvale.

Rainbow Beach to Helensvale - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Rainbow Beach to Helensvale by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train
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1. Take the bus from Rainbow Beach to Brisbane Coach Terminalbus Au050-1 / ...
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
5h 6m
$36–57
Drive 266.7 km
1. Drive from Rainbow Beach to Helensvalecar 266.7 km
3h 50m
$48–70
Bus to Hervey Bay, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Rainbow Beach to Hervey Baybus
2. Fly from Hervey Bay (HVB) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane HVB - BNE
3. Take the train from International Airport Station to Helensvale station, platform 1train
5h 38m
$221–556
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rainbow Beach to Brisbane Coach Terminalbus Au050-1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Southportbus Pm11
6h 10m
$57–87
Bus, train via Banyo
1. Take the bus from Rainbow Beach to Brisbane Airport Domesticbus Brisbane
2. Take the train from Domestic Airport station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl
7h 20m
$75–129
Bus to Bundaberg, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Rainbow Beach to Bundaberg Airportbus
2. Fly from Bundaberg (BDB) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane BDB - BNE
3. Take the train from International Airport Station to Helensvale station, platform 1train
7h 20m
$264–464

Rainbow Beach to Helensvale by bus and train

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7h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 311 km
Duration: 5h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Rainbow Beach to Gold Coast Hwy at Discovery Drive via Brisbane Coach Terminal, Brisbane, Southport, and Scarborough St at Southport Transit Centre in around 6h 10m.

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