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Cairns to Coolum Beach

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19 h 53 min
1615 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Cairns to Coolum Beach

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Cheapest
By car (1 615 km)
19 h 53 min
1615 km.
from $88
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Rideshare
19 h 53 min
1615 km.
from $21.07
Bus, Plane (Fly to Brisbane Airport)
7 h 20 min
1307 km.
from $178.86
Bus, Plane (Fly to Gold Coast Airport)
9 h 25 min
1307 km.
from $228.98

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Eagle Junction station, platform 4 to Landsborough
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.79–$5.43
Train from Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 to Fortitude
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.55–$6.32
Train from Fortitude Valley station, platform 4 to Landsborough
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.04–$5.69

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Cairns to Noosa
Ave. Duration:
27h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$164.29–$429.69

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Noosa
Ave. Duration:
26h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$120.06–$176.93

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Sunshine
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$278.03–$631.89
Plane from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.15–$442.33
Plane from Cairns to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.38–$695.08

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.15–$530.79
Plane from Cairns to Gold
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$353.86–$1,137.41

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.42–$492.88

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Cairns Central Station to Nambour
Ave. Duration:
23h 31m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$55.61–$4,019.02

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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