What is the cheapest way to get from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 2h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay?

The fastest way to get from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Toowoomba and Runaway Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay. However, there are services departing from Toowoomba and arriving at Runaway Bay Centre via Brisbane and Scarborough St at Southport Transit Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Toowoomba and Runaway Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay station. However, there are services departing from Toowoomba and arriving at Hope Island station, platform 1 via Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay?

The distance between Toowoomba and Runaway Bay is 201 km. The road distance is 171 km.

How do I travel from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 2m and costs $28 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay?

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Toowoomba to Runaway Bay bus from?

Toowoomba to Runaway Bay bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, depart from Toowoomba station.

Where do I catch the Toowoomba to Runaway Bay train from?

Toowoomba to Runaway Bay train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Toowoomba station.

Train or bus from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay?

The best way to get from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay is to train which takes 6h 57m and costs $30 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $90 and takes 4h 24m.

Where does the Toowoomba to Runaway Bay bus arrive?

Toowoomba to Runaway Bay bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, arrive at Brisbane station.

Where does the Toowoomba to Runaway Bay train arrive?

Toowoomba to Runaway Bay train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Toowoomba to Runaway Bay is 171 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay.

Where can I stay near Runaway Bay?

There are 2447+ hotels available in Runaway Bay.

Toowoomba to Runaway Bay - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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1. Take the bus from Toowoomba to Brisbanebus
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Hope Island station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
4h 2m
$29–54
Train
1. Take the train from Toowoomba to Roma Streettrain Westlander
2. Take the train from Roma Street to Hope Island station, platform 1train Bdvl / ...
6h 57m
$30–604
Drive 171 km
1. Drive from Toowoomba to Runaway Baycar 171 km
2h 2m
$31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Toowoomba to Brisbanebus
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Southportbus Pm11
4h 24m
$51–88

Toowoomba to Runaway Bay by bus and train

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Distance: 200.7 km
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Toowoomba, QLD, Australia and Runaway Bay, QLD, Australia?

You can take a train from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay Centre via Roma Street, Hope Island station, platform 1, and Hope Island station, stop B in around 6h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Toowoomba to Runaway Bay Centre via Brisbane, Southport, and Scarborough St at Southport Transit Centre in around 4h 24m.

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