What is the cheapest way to get from Sunshine Coast to Rainbow Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Sunshine Coast to Rainbow Beach is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sunshine Coast to Rainbow Beach?

The fastest way to get from Sunshine Coast to Rainbow Beach is to bus which takes 1h 56m and costs $28 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Sunshine Coast and Rainbow Beach?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mooloolaba and arriving at Rainbow Beach. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from Sunshine Coast to Rainbow Beach?

The distance between Sunshine Coast and Rainbow Beach is 146 km. The road distance is 116 km.

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

The best way to get from Sunshine Coast to Rainbow Beach without a car is to bus which takes 1h 56m and costs $28 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Sunshine Coast to Rainbow Beach?

The bus from Mooloolaba to Rainbow Beach takes 1h 56m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Sunshine Coast to Rainbow Beach bus from?

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

Where does the Sunshine Coast to Rainbow Beach bus arrive?

Sunshine Coast to Rainbow Beach bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Rainbow Beach station.

Can I drive from Sunshine Coast to Rainbow Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunshine Coast to Rainbow Beach is 116 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Sunshine Coast to Rainbow Beach.

How do I get a bus ticket from Sunshine Coast to Rainbow Beach?

Book your Sunshine Coast to Rainbow Beach bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Rainbow Beach?

There are 176+ hotels available in Rainbow Beach.

Sunshine Coast to Rainbow Beach - 2 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Sunshine Coast to Rainbow Beach by bus (Greyhound) or car

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1. Take the bus from Mooloolaba to Rainbow Beachbus Au050 / ...
1h 56m
$28–60
Drive 116 km
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1. Drive from Sunshine Coast to Rainbow Beachcar 116 km
2h 16m
$21–30

Sunshine Coast to Rainbow Beach by bus

35Weekly Buses

1h 56mAverage Duration

$28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 145.5 km
Duration: 1h 56m

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

FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Mooloolaba to Rainbow Beach twice daily. Tickets cost $20–35 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Two other operators also service this route.

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