What is the cheapest way to get from Sunshine Coast Airport to Childers?

The cheapest way to get from Sunshine Coast Airport to Childers is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 2h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sunshine Coast Airport to Childers?

The fastest way to get from Sunshine Coast Airport to Childers is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Sunshine Coast Airport and Childers?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunshine Coast Airport to Childers. However, there are services departing from David Low Way at Sunset Strip and arriving at Childers via Noosa Junction Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Sunshine Coast Airport and Childers?

No, there is no direct train from Sunshine Coast Airport to Childers. However, there are services departing from Nambour and arriving at Howard via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Sunshine Coast Airport to Childers?

The distance between Sunshine Coast Airport and Childers is 227 km. The road distance is 219.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Sunshine Coast Airport to Childers without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs $85 - $800.

How long does it take to get from Sunshine Coast Airport to Childers?

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Sunshine Coast Airport to Childers, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunshine Coast Airport to Childers bus from?

Sunshine Coast Airport to Childers bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Noosa Junction Station.

Where do I catch the Sunshine Coast Airport to Childers train from?

Sunshine Coast Airport to Childers train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Nambour station.

Train or bus from Sunshine Coast Airport to Childers?

The best way to get from Sunshine Coast Airport to Childers is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs $85 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus via David Low Way at Sunset Strip, which costs $40 - $75 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Sunshine Coast Airport to Childers bus arrive?

Sunshine Coast Airport to Childers bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Childers station.

Where does the Sunshine Coast Airport to Childers train arrive?

Sunshine Coast Airport to Childers train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Howard station.

Can I drive from Sunshine Coast Airport to Childers?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunshine Coast Airport to Childers is 219 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Sunshine Coast Airport to Childers.

Where can I stay near Childers?

There are eight+ hotels available in Childers.

Sunshine Coast Airport to Childers - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Sunshine Coast Airport to Childers by train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nambour to Howardtrain Tilt Train
4h 12m
$89–773
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sunshine Coast Airport to Noosa Junction station, stop Abus 622
2. Take the bus from Noosa Junction to Childersbus Townsville / ...
6h 31m
$36–91
Bus via David Low Way at Sunset Strip
1. Take the bus from Noosa Junction Station to Childersbus Au050 / ...
6h 9m
$41–71
Drive 219.3 km
1. Drive from Sunshine Coast Airport to Childerscar 219.3 km
2h 31m
$40–57

Sunshine Coast Airport to Childers by bus

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6h 31mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 226.9 km
Duration: 4h 12m

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

Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Nambour to Howard once daily. Tickets cost $30–667 and the journey takes 2h 31m. Alternatively, FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Noosa Junction Station to Childers twice daily. Tickets cost $40–70 and the journey takes 4h 1m.

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