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

The cheapest way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Southport is to train via Landsborough which costs $5 and takes 4h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Southport is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs $30 - $50.

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

No, there is no direct train from Sunshine Coast (Region) station to Southport station. However, there are services departing from Nambour station, platform 2 and arriving at Queen Street station, platform 2 via Bowen Hills station, platform 1 and Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

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

The distance between Sunshine Coast (Region) and Southport is 201 km. The road distance is 185.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Southport without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs $50 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Southport, including transfers.

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

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

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

Sunshine Coast (Region) to Southport train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Bowen Hills station, platform 3.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Sunshine Coast (Region) to Southport is 186 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Southport.

Where can I stay near Southport?

There are 2550+ hotels available in Southport.

Sunshine Coast (Region) to Southport - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Southport by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nambour station, platform 2 to Bowen Hills station, platform 3train Naip / ...
2. Take the train from Bowen Hills station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
3h 47m
$53–62
Train via Landsborough
cheapest
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Bowen Hills station, platform 3train Naip / ...
2. Take the train from Bowen Hills station, platform 1 to Helensvale station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
4h 53m
$4
Drive 185.8 km
1. Drive from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Southportcar 185.8 km
2h 11m
$33–48

Sunshine Coast (Region) to Southport by bus, train, and tram

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4h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 201.5 km
Duration: 3h 47m

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

You can take a vehicle from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Queen Street station, platform 2 via Nambour station, platform 2, Bowen Hills station, platform 1, Helensvale station, platform 1, and Helensvale station, platform 4 in around 3h 47m.

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