What is the cheapest way to get from Southport to Sunshine Coast?

The cheapest way to get from Southport to Sunshine Coast is to train and line 615 bus which costs $4 and takes 5h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southport to Sunshine Coast?

The fastest way to get from Southport to Sunshine Coast is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Southport and Sunshine Coast?

No, there is no direct bus from Southport to Sunshine Coast. However, there are services departing from Southport and arriving at Maroochydore Sixth Avenue via Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Southport to Sunshine Coast?

The distance between Southport and Sunshine Coast is 178 km. The road distance is 170 km.

How do I travel from Southport to Sunshine Coast without a car?

The best way to get from Southport to Sunshine Coast without a car is to bus which takes 3h 40m and costs $45 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Southport to Sunshine Coast?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Southport to Sunshine Coast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southport to Sunshine Coast bus from?

Southport to Sunshine Coast bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Southport station.

Where does the Southport to Sunshine Coast bus arrive?

Southport to Sunshine Coast bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane station.

Can I drive from Southport to Sunshine Coast?

Yes, the driving distance between Southport to Sunshine Coast is 170 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Southport to Sunshine Coast.

Where can I stay near Sunshine Coast?

There are 1848+ hotels available in Sunshine Coast.

Southport to Sunshine Coast - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 615 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Southport to Sunshine Coast by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Southport to Brisbanebus Pm12
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Maroochydore Sixth Avenuebus Pm16
3h 40m
$45–64
Train, line 615 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Bowen Hills station, platform 2train
2. Take the train from Bowen Hills station, platform 4 to Landsborough station, platform 1train
3. Take the bus from Landsborough station, stop A to Maroochydore station, platform 2bus 615
5h 12m
$4
Drive 170 km
1. Drive from Southport to Sunshine Coastcar 170 km
1h 59m
$31–44
Train, bus via Brisbane
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Roma Streettrain Vlbd / ...
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Maroochydore Sixth Avenuebus Pm16
4h 10m
$26–37
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Domestic Airport station, platform 1train Vlbd
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Airport Domestic to Maroochydorebus Hervey Bay
5h 32m
$50–79

Southport to Sunshine Coast by bus

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3h 40mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 177.8 km
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Southport, QLD, Australia and Sunshine Coast, QLD, Australia?

You can take a bus from Southport to Maroochydore Sixth Avenue via Brisbane and Brisbane Roma Street in around 3h 40m.

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