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

The cheapest way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Sydney is to bus via Brisbane which costs $120 - $190 and takes 19h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Sydney is to fly which takes 3h 19m and costs $90 - $400.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from David Low Way at Mount Coolum and arriving at Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 via Maroochydore station, platform 1, Mooloolaba and Roma Street Station, Stand F. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 19m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Sunshine Coast (Region) station to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Nambour station, platform 2 and arriving at Central Station via Roma Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 33m.

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

The distance between Sunshine Coast (Region) and Sydney is 857 km. The road distance is 1019.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Sydney without a car is to train which takes 17h 33m and costs $140 - $750.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Sydney, including transfers.

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

Sunshine Coast (Region) to Sydney bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Mooloolaba station.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Sydney is to fly which takes 3h 19m and costs $90 - $400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $140 - $750 and takes 17h 33m, you could also bus via Brisbane, which costs $120 - $190 and takes 19h 19m.

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

Sunshine Coast (Region) to Sydney bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

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

Sydney is 1h ahead of Sunshine Coast (Region). It is currently 9:24 AM in Sunshine Coast (Region) and 10:24 AM in Sydney.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Sunshine Coast (Region) to Sydney is 1019 km. It takes approximately 11h 1m to drive from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Sydney.

Where can I stay near Sydney?

There are 5353+ hotels available in Sydney.

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There are 5 ways to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Sydney by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly
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1. Fly from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MCY - SYD
3h 19m
$92–394
Train
1. Take the train from Nambour station, platform 2 to Roma Streettrain Naip / ...
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Stationtrain 32
17h 33m
$147–712
Bus via Brisbane
1. Take the bus from Mooloolaba to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Roma Street Station, Stand F to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1bus 3204 / ...
19h 19m
$128–183
Drive 1,019.2 km
1. Drive from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Sydneycar 1,019.2 km
11h 1m
$187–270
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mooloolaba to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central Stationbus Pm11
22h 14m
$193–288

Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Sydney International Airport (SYD) flights

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Distance: 856.6 km
Duration: 3h 19m

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

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Sydney International Airport (SYD) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Central Station via Nambour station, platform 2, Roma Street, and Roma Street Station in around 17h 33m.

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