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How to Travel from

Canberra Airport to Airlie Beach

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
14h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$34.34
Train from Wollongong Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.07–$6.11

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Canberra to Central
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.89–$69.96
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$95.40–$228.96
Bus from Brisbane to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
19h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$120.84–$292.56
Bus from Mackay to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.44–$40.70

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
19h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$89.04–$127.20
Bus from Mackay to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.62–$29.26
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.32–$108.12
Bus from Aspley Gympie Road to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
19h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$95.40–$139.92

Murrays Coaches

Phone:
(61) 13 22 51
Website:
murrays.com.au/default.aspx
Bus from Canberra to Central
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$40.70–$57.24
Bus from Jolimont Centre to Wollongong
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$34.34–$48.34

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$292.56–$1,081.19

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
4h 42m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$292.56–$1,081.19
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Great
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.36–$1,017.59
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
5h 6m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$279.84–$890.39
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Moranbah
Ave. Duration:
5h 2m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$279.84–$890.39

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
5h 47m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$330.72–$1,081.19
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Great
Ave. Duration:
4h 32m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$203.52–$699.59
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
4h 41m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.08–$585.11

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Proserpine
Ave. Duration:
15h 21m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$40.70–$2,895.25

Questions and Answers

Can you tell me the quickest route from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Airlie Beach?

The quickest route from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Airlie Beach is to fly, which takes 6 hours and 25 minutes and costs $204.31 - $702.31.

Canberra Airport (CBR) and Airlie Beach have a direct bus service?

No, there is no direct bus from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Airlie Beach. However, there are services departing from Canberra Airport and arriving at Airlie Beach via Canberra, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39h 54m.

Does Canberra Airport (CBR) offer flights to Airlie Beach?

No, Canberra Airport (CBR) does not offer flights to Airlie Beach.

What is the distance between Canberra Airport (CBR) and Airlie Beach?

The distance between Canberra Airport (CBR) and Airlie Beach is 1689 km. The road distance is 2076.3 km.

How do I travel from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Airlie Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Airlie Beach without a car is to bus and train which takes 37h 50m and costs $89.39 - $3,064.63 .

How long does it take to travel from Canberra Airport to Airlie Beach?

It takes approximately six hours and twenty-seven minutes to travel from Canberra Airport to Airlie Beach, including transfers.

Where can I find the Canberra Airport (CBR) to Airlie Beach bus?

Canberra Airport (CBR) to Airlie Beach bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, depart from Canberra station.

What is the best way to travel from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Airlie Beach?

The best way to get from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Airlie Beach is to fly which takes 6h 27m and costs $280.92 - $536.31. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $217.08 - $600.16 and takes 39h 54m.

Where is the Canberra Airport (CBR) to Airlie Beach bus terminal?

Canberra Airport (CBR) to Airlie Beach bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Canberra Airport and Airlie Beach?

Airlie Beach is 1 hour behind Canberra Airport. It is currently 21:55 in Canberra Airport and 20:55 in Airlie Beach.

How far is Canberra Airport (CBR) from Airlie Beach?

The driving distance between Canberra Airport (CBR) and Airlie Beach is 2076 km. It takes approximately 24h 18m to drive from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Airlie Beach.

Where can I find hotels near Airlie Beach?

There are 348+ hotels available in Airlie Beach. Prices start at $80.50 per night.
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