What is the cheapest way to get from Sunshine Beach to Hervey Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Sunshine Beach to Hervey Bay is to bus via Maryborough which costs $29 - $55 and takes 4h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sunshine Beach to Hervey Bay?

The fastest way to get from Sunshine Beach to Hervey Bay is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Sunshine Beach and Hervey Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunshine Beach to Hervey Bay. However, there are services departing from Pacific Ave near Wildflower St and arriving at Hervey Bay Rd near Scrubhill Rd hail 'n' ride via Noosa Junction Station and Station Square Shopping Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Sunshine Beach and Hervey Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Sunshine Beach to Hervey Bay. However, there are services departing from Cooroy and arriving at Howard via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Sunshine Beach to Hervey Bay?

The distance between Sunshine Beach and Hervey Bay is 230 km. The road distance is 179.3 km.

How do I travel from Sunshine Beach to Hervey Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Sunshine Beach to Hervey Bay without a car is to bus via Maryborough which takes 4h 59m and costs $29 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Sunshine Beach to Hervey Bay?

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Sunshine Beach to Hervey Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunshine Beach to Hervey Bay bus from?

Sunshine Beach to Hervey Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Noosa Junction Station.

Where do I catch the Sunshine Beach to Hervey Bay train from?

Sunshine Beach to Hervey Bay train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Cooroy station.

Train or bus from Sunshine Beach to Hervey Bay?

The best way to get from Sunshine Beach to Hervey Bay is to bus via Maryborough which takes 4h 59m and costs $29 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $95 - $700 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Sunshine Beach to Hervey Bay bus arrive?

Sunshine Beach to Hervey Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Maryborough station.

Where does the Sunshine Beach to Hervey Bay train arrive?

Sunshine Beach to Hervey Bay train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Howard station.

Can I drive from Sunshine Beach to Hervey Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunshine Beach to Hervey Bay is 179 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Sunshine Beach to Hervey Bay.

Where can I stay near Hervey Bay?

There are 360+ hotels available in Hervey Bay.

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There are 5 ways to get from Sunshine Beach to Hervey Bay by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus via Maryborough
best
1. Take the bus from Noosa Junction Station to Maryboroughbus Au050-1 / ...
4h 59m
$30–52
Train
1. Take the train from Cooroy to Howardtrain Tilt Train
5h 1m
$98–686
Drive 179.3 km
1. Drive from Sunshine Beach to Hervey Baycar 179.3 km
2h 12m
$33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Noosa Junction to Hervey Baybus Townsville / ...
5h 50m
$32–72
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Tewantin Primary School to Hervey Baybus Pm16
6h 49m
$42–62

Sunshine Beach to Hervey Bay by bus

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Distance: 230.2 km
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Sunshine Beach, QLD, Australia and Hervey Bay, QLD, Australia?

FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Noosa Junction Station to Maryborough twice daily. Tickets cost $28–50 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Alternatively, Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Cooroy to Howard once daily. Tickets cost $26–567 and the journey takes 2h 2m.

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