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

The cheapest way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Childers is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Childers is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs $35 - $55.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Childers. However, there are services departing from David Low Way at Coolum Hotel and arriving at Childers via Noosa Junction Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Sunshine Coast (Region) 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 (Region) to Childers?

The distance between Sunshine Coast (Region) and Childers is 230 km. The road distance is 210.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Childers without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs $95 - $800.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Childers?

The best way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Childers is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs $95 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $75 and takes 5h 24m.

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

Sunshine Coast (Region) to Childers bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Childers station.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Sunshine Coast (Region) to Childers is 210 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Childers.

Where can I stay near Childers?

There are eight+ hotels available in Childers.

Sunshine Coast (Region) to Childers - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) 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
$96–782
Bus via South Coolum Rd near Green Oaks Dr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Noosa Junction to Childersbus Townsville / ...
6h 12m
$36–90
Bus
1. Take the bus from Noosa Junction Station to Childersbus Au050 / ...
5h 24m
$40–70
Drive 210.1 km
1. Drive from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Childerscar 210.1 km
2h 23m
$38–55

Sunshine Coast (Region) to Childers by bus

21Weekly Buses

6h 12mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 230 km
Duration: 4h 12m

What companies run services between Sunshine Coast (Region), 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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