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

The cheapest way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to River Heads is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to River Heads is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs $35 - $55.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Sunshine Coast (Region) to River Heads. However, there are services departing from David Low Way at Coolum Hotel and arriving at Hervey Bay via Noosa Junction Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

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

The distance between Sunshine Coast (Region) and River Heads is 223 km. The road distance is 196.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to River Heads without a car is to train and taxi which takes 3h 13m and costs $200 - $850.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to River Heads, including transfers.

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

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

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

Sunshine Coast (Region) to River Heads bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Hervey Bay station.

Can I drive from Sunshine Coast (Region) to River Heads?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunshine Coast (Region) to River Heads is 197 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Sunshine Coast (Region) to River Heads.

Where can I stay near River Heads?

There are 330+ hotels available in River Heads.

Sunshine Coast (Region) to River Heads - 5 ways to travel via train, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to River Heads by train, taxi, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Nambour to Maryborough Westtrain Tilt Train / ...
2. Take the taxi from Maryborough West to River Headstaxi
3h 13m
$206–819
Drive 196.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sunshine Coast (Region) to River Headscar 196.8 km
2h 18m
$36–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Noosa Junction Station to Hervey Baybus Au050 / ...
4h 39m
$80–120
Bus via South Coolum Rd near Green Oaks Dr
1. Take the bus from Noosa Junction to Hervey Baybus Townsville / ...
5h 41m
$80–136
Bus via Tewantin Primary School
1. Take the bus from Tewantin Primary School to Hervey Baybus Pm16
6h 42m
$92–126

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Distance: 223.3 km
Duration: 3h 13m

What companies run services between Sunshine Coast (Region), QLD, Australia and River Heads, QLD, Australia?

FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Noosa Junction Station to Hervey Bay twice daily. Tickets cost $30–60 and the journey takes 2h 58m.

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