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

The cheapest way to get from Sunshine Coast to Hervey Bay is to bus via Maryborough which costs $30 - $60 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunshine Coast to Hervey Bay is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs $30 - $50.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Sunshine Coast to Hervey Bay. However, there are services departing from Second Ave at Memorial Ave and arriving at Hervey Bay Rd near Scrubhill Rd hail 'n' ride via Mooloolaba and Station Square Shopping Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Sunshine Coast to Hervey Bay. However, there are services departing from Nambour and arriving at Howard via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Sunshine Coast to Hervey Bay?

The distance between Sunshine Coast and Hervey Bay is 223 km. The road distance is 194.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Sunshine Coast to Hervey Bay without a car is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs $100 - $800.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Sunshine Coast to Hervey Bay, including transfers.

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

Sunshine Coast to Hervey Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Mooloolaba station.

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

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

Train or bus from Sunshine Coast to Hervey Bay?

The best way to get from Sunshine Coast to Hervey Bay is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs $100 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus via Maryborough, which costs $30 - $60 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Sunshine Coast to Hervey Bay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sunshine Coast to Hervey Bay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sunshine Coast to Hervey Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunshine Coast to Hervey Bay is 195 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Sunshine Coast to Hervey Bay.

Where can I stay near Hervey Bay?

There are 362+ hotels available in Hervey Bay.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nambour to Howardtrain Tilt Train
4h 23m
$100–786
Bus via Maryborough
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mooloolaba to Maryboroughbus Au050 / ...
5h 40m
$32–56
Drive 194.6 km
1. Drive from Sunshine Coast to Hervey Baycar 194.6 km
2h 19m
$35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Maroochydore Sixth Avenue to Hervey Baybus Pm16
6h 26m
$47–65
Bus #2 (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Maroochydore to Hervey Baybus Hervey Bay / ...
6h 26m
$57–105

Sunshine Coast to Hervey Bay by bus

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6h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 223.4 km
Duration: 4h 23m

What companies run services between Sunshine Coast, QLD, Australia and Hervey Bay, 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 Mooloolaba to Maryborough twice daily. Tickets cost $30–55 and the journey takes 2h 58m.

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