How to Travel from
Rainbow Beach to Coolangatta
by Route or Car
Schedule
Rainbow Beach, Australia → Coolangatta, Australia
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Rainbow Beach to Coolangatta
Composite routes from Rainbow Beach to Coolangatta
Cheapest
4 h 10 min
Car
340 km.
from $18
Other
7 h 36 min
Bus, Train
254 km.
from $36.96
7 h 55 min
254 km.
from $106.61
6 h 57 min
Bus, Plane
255 km.
from $244.87
8 h 4 min
254 km.
from $54.50
8 h 19 min
Bus, Train
254 km.
from $64.27
9 h 18 min
Bus, Plane
255 km.
from $285.01
Transport providers
Bus operators
Translink
Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Cooroy station, platform 1 to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 9m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.33–$7.61
Train from Central station, platform 1 to Varsity
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.80–$5.43
Train from International Airport Station to Varsity
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$15.22–$21.74
Train from Domestic Airport station, platform 2 to Varsity
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$15.22–$21.74
Greyhound Australia
Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Cooroy
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.57–$31.52
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$31.52–$65.22
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$27.17
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Noosa
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.74–$35.87
Premier Motor Service
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.09–$35.87
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.22–$21.74
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Aspley
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.83–$32.61
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Tweed
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.13–$20.65
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Noosa
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$18.48–$25.00
Byron Easy Bus
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Gold
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$27.17–$32.61
Airlines
Jetstar
Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$445.65
Qantas
Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Hervey Bay to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$293.48
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
6h 23m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$760.87
Virgin Australia
Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
4h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$500.00
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Coolangatta?
The cheapest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Coolangatta is to bus and train via Cooroy which costs $30.43 - $46.74 and takes 7h 36m.
What is the fastest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Coolangatta?
The fastest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Coolangatta is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs $40.22 - $59.78 .
Is there a direct bus between Rainbow Beach and Coolangatta?
No, there is no direct bus from Rainbow Beach to Coolangatta. However, there are services departing from Rainbow Beach and arriving at Griffith St at Coolangatta East via Brisbane Roma Street and Gold Coast Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.
How far is it from Rainbow Beach to Coolangatta?
The distance between Rainbow Beach and Coolangatta is 396 km. The road distance is 340.7 km.
How do I travel from Rainbow Beach to Coolangatta without a car?
The best way to get from Rainbow Beach to Coolangatta without a car is to bus and train via Cooroy which takes 7h 36m and costs $30.43 - $46.74 .
How long does it take to get from Rainbow Beach to Coolangatta?
It takes approximately 7h 36m to get from Rainbow Beach to Coolangatta, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Rainbow Beach to Coolangatta bus from?
Rainbow Beach to Coolangatta bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Rainbow Beach station.
Where does the Rainbow Beach to Coolangatta bus arrive?
Rainbow Beach to Coolangatta bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.
Can I drive from Rainbow Beach to Coolangatta?
Yes, the driving distance between Rainbow Beach to Coolangatta is 341 km. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Rainbow Beach to Coolangatta.
Where can I stay near Coolangatta?
There are 2533+ hotels available in Coolangatta. Prices start at $65.64 per night.
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