What is the cheapest way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Canberra?

The cheapest way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Canberra is to drive and bus and train via Casino which costs $140 - $350 and takes 23h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Canberra?

The fastest way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Canberra is to fly which takes 5h 47m and costs $250 - $450.

Is there a direct bus between Sunshine Coast (Region) and Canberra?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Canberra. However, there are services departing from David Low Way at Coolum Hotel and arriving at Canberra via Noosa Junction Station, Brisbane and Sydney Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Sunshine Coast (Region) and Canberra?

No, there is no direct train from Sunshine Coast (Region) station to Canberra station. However, there are services departing from Nambour station, platform 2 and arriving at Canberra Station via Roma Street Station and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 42m.

How far is it from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Canberra?

The distance between Sunshine Coast (Region) and Canberra is 1057 km. The road distance is 1284.9 km.

How do I travel from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Canberra without a car?

The best way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Canberra without a car is to train which takes 22h 42m and costs $170 - $750.

How long does it take to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Canberra?

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Canberra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunshine Coast (Region) to Canberra bus from?

Sunshine Coast (Region) to Canberra bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Noosa Junction Station.

Where do I catch the Sunshine Coast (Region) to Canberra train from?

Sunshine Coast (Region) to Canberra train services, operated by Translink, depart from Nambour station, platform 2.

Train, bus or fly from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Canberra?

The best way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Canberra is to fly which takes 5h 47m and costs $250 - $450. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $170 - $750 and takes 22h 42m, you could also bus, which costs $180 - $290 and takes 25h 36m.

Where does the Sunshine Coast (Region) to Canberra bus arrive?

Sunshine Coast (Region) to Canberra bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Brisbane Coach Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Sunshine Coast (Region) and Canberra?

Canberra is 1h ahead of Sunshine Coast (Region). It is currently 8:26 PM in Sunshine Coast (Region) and 9:26 PM in Canberra.

Where does the Sunshine Coast (Region) to Canberra train arrive?

Sunshine Coast (Region) to Canberra train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Canberra?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunshine Coast (Region) to Canberra is 1285 km. It takes approximately 13h 50m to drive from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Canberra.

Where can I stay near Canberra?

There are 961+ hotels available in Canberra.

Sunshine Coast (Region) to Canberra - 8 ways to travel via train, plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Canberra by plane, train, car, or bus

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Fly to Canberra International Airport
best
1. Fly from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)plane MCY - CBR
5h 47m
$253–447
Fly to Sydney International Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MCY - SYD
2. Take the bus from Sydney International Airport to Canberrabus
6h 31m
$126–446
Train
1. Take the train from Nambour station, platform 2 to Roma Streettrain
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Stationtrain 32
3. Take the train from Central Station to Canberra Stationtrain 631 / ...
22h 42m
$172–752
Drive, bus
1. Drive from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Rothwell station, platform 1car
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Canberrabus
25h 3m
$203–436
Drive 1,284.9 km
1. Drive from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Canberracar 1,284.9 km
13h 50m
$236–341
Drive, bus, train via Casino
1. Drive from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Sandgate station, platform 2car
2. Take the bus from Beenleigh Station, Stand B to Casino Station, Coach Baybus 176
3. Take the train from Casino Station to Central Stationtrain 34 / ...
4. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Canberrabus
23h 2m
$143–345
Bus
1. Take the bus from Noosa Junction Station to Brisbane Coach Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Sydney Central Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Canberrabus
25h 36m
$184–289
Drive, bus, train
1. Drive from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Rothwell station, platform 1car
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central Stationbus
3. Take the train from Central Station to Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
4. Take the bus from Wollongong Station, Station St to Jolimont Centrebus 855
27h 52m
$220–451

Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Canberra International Airport (CBR) flights

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Distance: 1,057 km
Duration: 5h 47m

What companies run services between Sunshine Coast (Region), QLD, Australia and Canberra, ACT, Australia?

Qantas, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar fly from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Canberra International Airport (CBR) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Canberra Station via Nambour station, platform 2, Roma Street, Roma Street Station, and Central Station in around 22h 42m.

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