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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach

Composite routes from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach

Cheapest
11 h 8 min
Car
956 km.
from $52

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Bowen Hills station, platform 4 to Cooroy
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$5.43–$8.15

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Airlie Beach to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
14h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$86.96–$217.39
Bus from Maryborough to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$13.04–$23.91
Bus from Hervey Bay to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$28.26
Bus from Airlie Beach to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$32.61

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Airlie Beach to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
14h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$65.22–$92.39
Bus from Maryborough to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.13–$20.65
Bus from Hervey Bay to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.30–$22.83
Bus from Cooroy to Rainbow
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.30–$22.83
Bus from Airlie Beach to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$25.00

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
21h 50m
Frequency:
Monday and Friday
Estimated price:
$282.61–$1,195.65
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.09–$597.83

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
18h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$119.57–$652.17
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$119.57–$597.83
Plane from Mackay to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
4h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$652.17
Plane from Great Barrier Reef Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$173.91–$706.52

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$402.17
Plane from Great Barrier Reef Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$706.52

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Proserpine to Maryborough
Ave. Duration:
11h 1m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$26.09–$1,876.96

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach is to bus which costs $65.22 - $217.39 and takes 14h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach?

The fastest way to get from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach is to fly and train and bus which takes 10h 31m and costs $119.57 - $456.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Airlie Beach and Rainbow Beach?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Airlie Beach and arriving at Rainbow Beach. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 5m.

How far is it from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach?

The distance between Airlie Beach and Rainbow Beach is 1028 km. The road distance is 959.8 km.

How do I travel from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach without a car is to bus which takes 14h 5m and costs $65.22 - $217.39 .

How long does it take to get from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach?

The bus from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach takes 14h 5m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach bus from?

Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Airlie Beach station.

Where does the Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach bus arrive?

Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Rainbow Beach station.

What is the time difference between Airlie Beach and Rainbow Beach?

It is currently 01:30 at both, Airlie Beach and Rainbow Beach.

Can I drive from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach is 960 km. It takes approximately 13h 29m to drive from Airlie Beach to Rainbow Beach.

Where can I stay near Rainbow Beach?

There are 190+ hotels available in Rainbow Beach. Prices start at $62.29 per night.
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