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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach

Composite routes from Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach

Cheapest
12 h 14 min
Car
967 km.
from $53

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Cooroy station, platform 1 to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$5.33–$7.61

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
14h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$86.96–$206.52
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Gympie
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.33–$20.65
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$28.26
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Cooroy
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$32.61
Bus from Mackay to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$33.70

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
14h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$65.22–$92.39
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Gympie
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.04–$18.48
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.30–$22.83
Bus from Mackay to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$25.00

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$597.83

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Hervey Bay to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$282.61–$760.87
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$597.83
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Great
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$173.91–$706.52
Plane from Hervey Bay to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$239.13–$652.17

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Hervey Bay to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$152.17–$543.48
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$391.30
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Great
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$706.52

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Gympie North to Proserpine
Ave. Duration:
12h 32m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$28.26–$2,027.98

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach is to bus which costs $65.22 - $206.52 and takes 14h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach?

The fastest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach is to bus and train and fly which takes 10h 12m and costs $130.43 - $456.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Rainbow Beach and Airlie Beach?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rainbow Beach and arriving at Airlie Beach. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 30m.

How far is it from Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach?

The distance between Rainbow Beach and Airlie Beach is 1035 km. The road distance is 959.6 km.

How do I travel from Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach without a car is to bus which takes 14h 30m and costs $65.22 - $206.52 .

How long does it take to get from Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach?

The bus from Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach takes 14h 30m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach bus from?

Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Rainbow Beach station.

Where does the Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach bus arrive?

Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Airlie Beach station.

Can I drive from Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach is 960 km. It takes approximately 13h 28m to drive from Rainbow Beach to Airlie Beach.

Where can I stay near Airlie Beach?

There are 348+ hotels available in Airlie Beach. Prices start at $67.07 per night.
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