What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney to Coolum Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Coolum Beach is to bus via Mooloolaba, River Esplanade which costs $140 - $220 and takes 21h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney to Coolum Beach?

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Coolum Beach is to fly which takes 3h 44m and costs $110 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Coolum Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Coolum Beach. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at David Low Way at Coolum Beach via Brisbane Coach Terminal and Sunshine Beach Rd at Noosa Plaza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Coolum Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Coolum Beach station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Nambour station, platform 2 via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 42m.

How far is it from Sydney to Coolum Beach?

The distance between Sydney and Coolum Beach is 861 km. The road distance is 1016.9 km.

How do I travel from Sydney to Coolum Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney to Coolum Beach without a car is to train which takes 16h 42m and costs $160 - $750.

How long does it take to get from Sydney to Coolum Beach?

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Sydney to Coolum Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Coolum Beach bus from?

Sydney to Coolum Beach bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Coolum Beach train from?

Sydney to Coolum Beach train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Sydney to Coolum Beach?

The best way to get from Sydney to Coolum Beach is to fly which takes 3h 44m and costs $110 - $420. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $160 - $750 and takes 16h 42m, you could also bus, which costs $150 - $350 and takes 17h.

Where does the Sydney to Coolum Beach bus arrive?

Sydney to Coolum Beach bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

What is the time difference between Sydney and Coolum Beach?

Coolum Beach is 1h behind Sydney. It is currently 8:43 AM in Sydney and 7:43 AM in Coolum Beach.

Where does the Sydney to Coolum Beach train arrive?

Sydney to Coolum Beach train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Roma Street Station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Coolum Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Coolum Beach is 1017 km. It takes approximately 10h 59m to drive from Sydney to Coolum Beach.

Where can I stay near Coolum Beach?

There are 530+ hotels available in Coolum Beach.

Sydney to Coolum Beach - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Sydney to Coolum Beach by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Sunshine Coast Airport
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1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)plane SYD - MCY
3h 44m
$112–415
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Nambour station, platform 2train Ipna / ...
16h 42m
$161–728
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus Brisbane
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Coach Terminal to Noosa Junction Stationbus Au050 / ...
17h
$158–344
Drive 1,016.9 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Coolum Beachcar 1,016.9 km
10h 59m
$186–268
Fly to Brisbane Airport, train, line 615 bus, line 620 bus
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane SYD - BNE
2. Take the train from Eagle Junction station, platform 4 to Landsborough station, platform 1train
3. Take the bus from Landsborough station, stop A to Maroochydore station, platform 2bus
4. Take the bus from Maroochydore station, platform 2 to David Low Way at Coolum Beachbus
6h 23m
$143–453
Bus via Mooloolaba, River Esplanade
1. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Brisbanebus Au001
2. Take the bus from Brisbane Coach Terminal to Mooloolababus Au050-1 / ...
21h 3m
$148–219

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

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Distance: 861.5 km
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Coolum Beach, QLD, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Central Station to Coolum Beach via Roma Street Station, Roma Street, and Nambour station, platform 2 in around 16h 42m.

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