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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Noosa Heads to Rainbow Bay

Composite routes from Noosa Heads to Rainbow Bay

Cheapest
2 h 49 min
Car
237 km.
from $13
Other
4 h 56 min
Bus, Train
200 km.
from $29.52
6 h 41 min
Bus, Train
200 km.
from $14.04
6 h 31 min
200 km.
from $21.15
5 h 20 min
200 km.
from $41.59
6 h 6 min
200 km.
from $92.35

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Varsity
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.67–$6.95
Train from Cooroy station, platform 1 to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.32–$9.47
Train from Central station, platform 1 to Varsity
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.67–$6.95
Train from Nambour station, platform 1 to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.18–$7.58
Train from Bowen Hills station, platform 1 to Varsity
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.80–$6.95
Bus from Sunshine Beach Rd at Noosa Plaza to Nambour
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$2.15–$3.03

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Noosa Junction to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.47–$34.10

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Noosa Junction to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$18.95–$27.79
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Tweed
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.68–$25.26

Byron Easy Bus

Phone:
+612 6685 7447
Email:
Website:
byronbayshuttle.com.au
Bus from Brisbane Domestic Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$35.37–$41.68

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Noosa Heads to Rainbow Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Noosa Heads to Rainbow Bay is to bus and train via Nambour station which costs $10.87 - $17.39 and takes 6h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Noosa Heads to Rainbow Bay?

The fastest way to get from Noosa Heads to Rainbow Bay is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs $29.35 - $42.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Noosa Heads and Rainbow Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Noosa Heads to Rainbow Bay. However, there are services departing from Noosa Junction and arriving at Tweed Heads via Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Noosa Heads to Rainbow Bay?

The distance between Noosa Heads and Rainbow Bay is 248 km. The road distance is 235.1 km.

How do I travel from Noosa Heads to Rainbow Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Noosa Heads to Rainbow Bay without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 56m and costs $21.74 - $38.04 .

How long does it take to get from Noosa Heads to Rainbow Bay?

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Noosa Heads to Rainbow Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Noosa Heads to Rainbow Bay bus from?

Noosa Heads to Rainbow Bay bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Noosa Junction station.

Train or bus from Noosa Heads to Rainbow Bay?

The best way to get from Noosa Heads to Rainbow Bay is to train which takes 6h 31m and costs $11.96 - $18.48 . Alternatively, you can bus via Brisbane, which costs $31.52 - $51.09 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Noosa Heads to Rainbow Bay bus arrive?

Noosa Heads to Rainbow Bay bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

What is the time difference between Noosa Heads and Rainbow Bay?

It is currently 22:34 at both, Noosa Heads and Rainbow Bay.

Can I drive from Noosa Heads to Rainbow Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Noosa Heads to Rainbow Bay is 235 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Noosa Heads to Rainbow Bay.

Where can I stay near Rainbow Bay?

There are 2497+ hotels available in Rainbow Bay. Prices start at $68.40 per night.
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