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Cairns to Sunshine Coast

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19 h 57 min
1626 km.
from $89
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Six ways to Travel from Cairns to Sunshine Coast

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Cheapest
By car (1 626 km)
19 h 57 min
1626 km.
from $89
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Rideshare
19 h 57 min
1626 km.
from $21.21
Bus, Plane (Fly to Brisbane Airport)
7 h 23 min
1318 km.
from $169.86
Bus, Plane (Fly to Gold Coast Airport)
8 h 42 min
1318 km.
from $245.65
Bus, Plane (Fly to Brisbane Airport)
8 h 5 min
1306 km.
from $171.38

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:
$3.94–$5.72
Train from Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 to Roma
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.71–$7.00
Bus from Landsborough station, stop A to Maroochydore
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.04–$2.93
Bus from Maroochydore station, platform 2 to David
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.53–$2.16

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Maroochydore
Ave. Duration:
28h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$178.08–$445.20
Bus from Cairns to Noosa
Ave. Duration:
27h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$178.08–$445.20

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Maroochydore
Ave. Duration:
27h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$127.20–$190.80
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Maroochydore
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.81–$24.17
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Noosa
Ave. Duration:
26h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$127.20–$178.08

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Sunshine
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$190.80–$699.59
Plane from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$457.92
Plane from Cairns to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$623.27

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$572.39
Plane from Cairns to Gold
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$368.88–$1,208.39

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$508.80

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:
$58.51–$4,215.08

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to Sunshine Coast?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Sunshine Coast is to fly and train which costs $81.52 - $358.70 and takes 7h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Sunshine Coast?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Sunshine Coast is to fly which takes 4h 40m and costs $108.70 - $391.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairns and Sunshine Coast?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cairns Central Station station and arriving at Maroochydore Sixth Avenue. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27h 20m.

How far is it from Cairns to Sunshine Coast?

The distance between Cairns and Sunshine Coast is 1335 km. The road distance is 1756.1 km.

How do I travel from Cairns to Sunshine Coast without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns to Sunshine Coast without a car is to train which takes 24h 23m and costs $52.17 - $3695.65 .

How long does it take to get from Cairns to Sunshine Coast?

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Cairns to Sunshine Coast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairns to Sunshine Coast bus from?

Cairns to Sunshine Coast bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Cairns Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Cairns to Sunshine Coast?

The best way to get from Cairns to Sunshine Coast is to fly which takes 4h 40m and costs $108.70 - $391.30 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $52.17 - $3695.65 and takes 24h 23m, you could also bus, which costs $108.70 - $380.43 and takes 27h 20m.

Where does the Cairns to Sunshine Coast bus arrive?

Cairns to Sunshine Coast bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Maroochydore Sixth Avenue station.

Can I drive from Cairns to Sunshine Coast?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairns to Sunshine Coast is 1756 km. It takes approximately 21h to drive from Cairns to Sunshine Coast.

Where can I stay near Sunshine Coast?

There are 1665+ hotels available in Sunshine Coast. Prices start at $77.74 per night.
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