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

The cheapest way to get from Scarborough to Rainbow Beach is to train and bus via Sunshine Coast which costs $22 - $40 and takes 5h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scarborough to Rainbow Beach is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Scarborough and Rainbow Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Scarborough to Rainbow Beach. However, there are services departing from Scarborough Rd at Griffith Road and arriving at Rainbow Beach via Kippa-Ring station, stop A and Burpengary Bruce Highway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Scarborough to Rainbow Beach?

The distance between Scarborough and Rainbow Beach is 245 km. The road distance is 184.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Scarborough to Rainbow Beach without a car is to train and bus via Sunshine Coast which takes 5h 34m and costs $22 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Scarborough to Rainbow Beach, including transfers.

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

Scarborough to Rainbow Beach bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Burpengary Bruce Highway station.

Where does the Scarborough to Rainbow Beach bus arrive?

Scarborough to Rainbow Beach bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Rainbow Beach station.

Can I drive from Scarborough to Rainbow Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Scarborough to Rainbow Beach is 184 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Scarborough to Rainbow Beach.

Where can I stay near Rainbow Beach?

There are 176+ hotels available in Rainbow Beach.

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

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

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Train, bus via Sunshine Coast
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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 34m
$22–38
Train, bus
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 48m
$56–76
Drive 184.5 km
1. Drive from Scarborough to Rainbow Beachcar 184.5 km
2h 57m
$33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Burpengary Bruce Highway to Rainbow Beachbus Pm16
6h 12m
$36–56
Bus via Roma Street (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Brisbane to Rainbow Beachbus Hervey Bay / ...
7h 38m
$52–102

Scarborough to Rainbow Beach by bus

7Weekly Buses

6h 12mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 244.6 km
Duration: 5h 34m

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

Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Burpengary Bruce Highway to Rainbow Beach once daily. Tickets cost $35–55 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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