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

The cheapest way to get from Sunshine Coast to Howard is to bus via Maryborough which costs $30 - $60 and takes 5h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunshine Coast to Howard is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Sunshine Coast and Howard?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Maroochydore Sixth Avenue and arriving at Howard. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Sunshine Coast and Howard?

No, there is no direct train from Sunshine Coast to Howard. However, there are services departing from Nambour and arriving at Howard via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Sunshine Coast to Howard?

The distance between Sunshine Coast and Howard is 196 km. The road distance is 190.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Sunshine Coast to Howard without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs $30 - $700.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Sunshine Coast to Howard, including transfers.

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

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

Where do I catch the Sunshine Coast to Howard train from?

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

Train or bus from Sunshine Coast to Howard?

The best way to get from Sunshine Coast to Howard is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs $30 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus via Maryborough, which costs $30 - $60 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Sunshine Coast to Howard bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sunshine Coast to Howard train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sunshine Coast to Howard?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunshine Coast to Howard is 190 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Sunshine Coast to Howard.

Where can I stay near Howard?

There are 76+ hotels available in Howard.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Sunshine Coast to Howard by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nambour to Howardtrain Tilt Train
4h 2m
$30–700
Bus via Maryborough
1. Take the bus from Mooloolaba to Maryboroughbus Au050 / ...
5h 45m
$32–56
Drive 190.4 km
1. Drive from Sunshine Coast to Howardcar 190.4 km
2h 13m
$35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Maroochydore Sixth Avenue to Howardbus Pm16
6h 20m
$45–70

Sunshine Coast to Howard by bus and train

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4h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 196.2 km
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Sunshine Coast, QLD, Australia and Howard, 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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