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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Rainbow Beach to Newcastle

Composite routes from Rainbow Beach to Newcastle

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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:
$6.06–$8.84

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Broadmeadow
Ave. Duration:
11h 52m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.74–$27.79
Train from Central Station to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.67–$8.21

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.21–$31.58
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$36.63–$75.79
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Noosa
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.26–$41.68
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Cooroy
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.74–$36.63

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.68–$25.26
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.31–$41.68
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
14h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.15–$88.42
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Noosa
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.47–$29.05

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Hervey Bay to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$138.94–$479.98
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$49.26–$416.82
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.47–$341.04

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Hervey Bay to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
5h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$75.79–$757.86
Plane from Hervey Bay to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$138.94–$479.98
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 43m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$49.26–$593.66
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.47–$353.67

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$75.79–$454.72
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.05–$505.24

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Newcastle is to bus and train which costs $36.96 - $92.39 and takes 18h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Newcastle is to bus and fly which takes 7h 20m and costs $97.83 - $402.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Rainbow Beach and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Rainbow Beach to Newcastle. However, there are services departing from Rainbow Beach and arriving at Newcastle via Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 30m.

How far is it from Rainbow Beach to Newcastle?

The distance between Rainbow Beach and Newcastle is 999 km. The road distance is 1005.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Rainbow Beach to Newcastle without a car is to bus and train which takes 18h 24m and costs $36.96 - $92.39 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 20m to get from Rainbow Beach to Newcastle, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Rainbow Beach to Newcastle bus arrive?

Rainbow Beach to Newcastle bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

What is the time difference between Rainbow Beach and Newcastle?

Newcastle is 1h ahead of Rainbow Beach. It is currently 16:30 in Rainbow Beach and 17:30 in Newcastle.

Can I drive from Rainbow Beach to Newcastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Rainbow Beach to Newcastle is 1006 km. It takes approximately 11h 14m to drive from Rainbow Beach to Newcastle.

Where can I stay near Newcastle?

There are 375+ hotels available in Newcastle. Prices start at $69.95 per night.
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