What is the cheapest way to get from River Heads to Rainbow Beach?

The cheapest way to get from River Heads to Rainbow Beach is to drive which costs $24 - $35 and takes 1h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from River Heads to Rainbow Beach?

The fastest way to get from River Heads to Rainbow Beach is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between River Heads and Rainbow Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from River Heads to Rainbow Beach. However, there are services departing from Hervey Bay and arriving at Rainbow Beach via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from River Heads to Rainbow Beach?

The distance between River Heads and Rainbow Beach is 147 km. The road distance is 136.1 km.

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

The best way to get from River Heads to Rainbow Beach without a car is to bus which takes 1h 54m and costs $65 - $90.

How long does it take to get from River Heads to Rainbow Beach?

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from River Heads to Rainbow Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the River Heads to Rainbow Beach bus from?

River Heads to Rainbow Beach bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Hervey Bay station.

Where does the River Heads to Rainbow Beach bus arrive?

River Heads to Rainbow Beach bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Rainbow Beach station.

Can I drive from River Heads to Rainbow Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between River Heads to Rainbow Beach is 136 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from River Heads to Rainbow Beach.

Where can I stay near Rainbow Beach?

There are 176+ hotels available in Rainbow Beach.

River Heads to Rainbow Beach - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from River Heads to Rainbow Beach by bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Hervey Bay to Rainbow Beachbus Au050 / ...
1h 54m
$68–90
Drive 136.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from River Heads to Rainbow Beachcar 136.1 km
1h 38m
$25–36
Bus via Hervey Bay
1. Take the bus from Hervey Bay to Rainbow Beachbus Brisbane
2h 9m
$79–112

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Distance: 146.6 km
Duration: 1h 54m

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

FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Hervey Bay to Rainbow Beach twice daily. Tickets cost $18–30 and the journey takes 1h 36m.

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