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18 h 51 min
1580 km.
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Cairns, Australia → Coolum Beach, Australia

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cairns to Coolum Beach

Composite routes from Cairns to Coolum Beach

Cheapest
18 h 51 min
Car
1580 km.
from $86
Other
7 h 20 min
Bus, Plane
1307 km.
from $178.86
9 h 25 min
Bus, Plane
1307 km.
from $228.98

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 3
Translink
Website
Greyhound Australia
Website
Premier Motor Service
Website
Translink
Website
1h 11m
Hourly
$3.26–$4.67
13 12 30
13 12 30
Call
Greyhound Australia
Website
27h 50m
Once daily
$141.30–$369.57
1300 473946
1300 473946
Call
Premier Motor Service
Website
26h 45m
Once daily
$103.26–$152.17
13 34 10
13 34 10
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Airlines
Found: 3
Jetstar
Website
Qantas
Website
Virgin Australia
Website
Jetstar
Website
2h 5m
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
$239.13–$543.48
Qantas
Website
2h 14m
Every day
$70.65–$456.52
Virgin Australia
Website
2h 20m
Every day
$92.39–$423.91
Train operators
Found: 1
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
23h 31m
4 times a week
$47.83–$3,456.67
1800 872 467
1800 872 467
Call

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Coolum Beach is to bus which costs $108.70 - $152.17 and takes 27h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Coolum Beach is to fly which takes 4h 16m and costs $103.26 - $402.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Coolum Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairns station to Coolum Beach. However, there are services departing from Cairns Central Station and arriving at David Low Way at Coolum Beach via Noosa Junction station, stop B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 20m.

How far is it from Cairns to Coolum Beach?

The distance between Cairns and Coolum Beach is 1340 km. The road distance is 1745.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairns to Coolum Beach without a car is to train which takes 24h 57m and costs $51.09 - $3478.26 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Cairns to Coolum Beach, including transfers.

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

Cairns to Coolum Beach bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Cairns Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Coolum Beach?

The best way to get from Cairns to Coolum Beach is to fly which takes 4h 16m and costs $103.26 - $402.17 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $51.09 - $3478.26 and takes 24h 57m, you could also bus, which costs $108.70 - $152.17 and takes 27h 20m.

Where does the Cairns to Coolum Beach bus arrive?

Cairns to Coolum Beach bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Noosa Heads Junction station.

What is the time difference between Cairns and Coolum Beach?

It is currently 18:37 at both, Cairns and Coolum Beach.

Can I drive from Cairns to Coolum Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Coolum Beach is 1746 km. It takes approximately 20h 57m to drive from Cairns to Coolum Beach.

Where can I stay near Coolum Beach?

There are 2026+ hotels available in Coolum Beach. Prices start at $80.71 per night.
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