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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Rainbow Beach to Blackwater

Composite routes from Rainbow Beach to Blackwater

Cheapest
8 h 47 min
Car
672 km.
from $36

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Cooroy station, platform 1 to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.22–$7.61

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$50.00–$108.70
Bus from Rockhampton to Blackwater
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.83–$40.22
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Bundaberg
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$27.17–$50.00
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$27.17
Bus from Emerald to Blackwater
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.33–$20.65
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Cooroy
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.57–$31.52

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
7h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$38.04–$52.17
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Bundaberg
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.74–$30.43
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.22–$21.74
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Mount
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.70–$45.65

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Hervey Bay to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
6h 52m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$271.74–$869.57
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$489.13

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$108.70–$467.39

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Bundaberg to Blackwater
Ave. Duration:
7h 55m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$14.13–$1,063.93
Train from Mount Larcom to Blackwater
Ave. Duration:
4h 49m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$8.15–$600.42

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Blackwater is to bus and train via Mount Larcom which costs $41.30 - $652.17 and takes 12h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Blackwater is to drive which takes 8h 56m and costs $81.52 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Rainbow Beach and Blackwater?

No, there is no direct bus from Rainbow Beach to Blackwater. However, there are services departing from Rainbow Beach and arriving at Blackwater via Rockhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 25m.

How far is it from Rainbow Beach to Blackwater?

The distance between Rainbow Beach and Blackwater is 739 km. The road distance is 713.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Rainbow Beach to Blackwater without a car is to bus which takes 11h 25m and costs $59.78 - $152.17 .

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

It takes approximately 11h 25m to get from Rainbow Beach to Blackwater, including transfers.

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

Rainbow Beach to Blackwater bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Rainbow Beach station.

Where does the Rainbow Beach to Blackwater bus arrive?

Rainbow Beach to Blackwater bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Rockhampton station.

Can I drive from Rainbow Beach to Blackwater?

Yes, the driving distance between Rainbow Beach to Blackwater is 714 km. It takes approximately 8h 56m to drive from Rainbow Beach to Blackwater.

Where can I stay near Blackwater?

There are six+ hotels available in Blackwater. Prices start at $50.82 per night.
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