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How to Travel from

Rainbow Beach to Sunshine

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Cooroy to Roma
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.32–$9.47
Train from Cooroy station, platform 1 to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.32–$9.47

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
14h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.63–$34.10

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.95–$59.37

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–$32.84
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Cooroy
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.00–$37.89
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.16–$75.79
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$101.05–$239.99
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$88.42–$214.73
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Noosa
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.53–$42.95

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:
$18.95–$26.53
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.58–$42.95
Bus from Rainbow Beach to Noosa
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.47–$30.31

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Hervey Bay to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$214.73–$757.86
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.05–$606.29
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.36–$694.70

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Hervey Bay to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$214.73–$757.86
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.05–$821.01
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$694.70

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$94.73–$757.86
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$694.70

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.00–$176.83

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Cooroy to Roma
Ave. Duration:
2h 7m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.93–$354.29

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Southern
Ave. Duration:
2d 2h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$2,537.45–$3,290.36

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Sunshine is to bus and train via Sydney which costs $76.09 - $521.74 and takes 32h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rainbow Beach to Sunshine is to bus and fly which takes 6h 46m and costs $206.52 - $521.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Rainbow Beach and Sunshine?

No, there is no direct bus from Rainbow Beach to Sunshine. However, there are services departing from Rainbow Beach and arriving at Whitty St/Monash St via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane, Central Station and Lonsdale St/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 46m.

How far is it from Rainbow Beach to Sunshine?

The distance between Rainbow Beach and Sunshine is 1742 km. The road distance is 1852.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Rainbow Beach to Sunshine without a car is to bus and train via Sydney which takes 32h 42m and costs $76.09 - $521.74 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 46m to get from Rainbow Beach to Sunshine, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Rainbow Beach to Sunshine bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Rainbow Beach and Sunshine?

Sunshine is 1h ahead of Rainbow Beach. It is currently 22:15 in Rainbow Beach and 23:15 in Sunshine.

Can I drive from Rainbow Beach to Sunshine?

Yes, the driving distance between Rainbow Beach to Sunshine is 1852 km. It takes approximately 21h 16m to drive from Rainbow Beach to Sunshine.

Where can I stay near Sunshine?

There are 4131+ hotels available in Sunshine. Prices start at $77.84 per night.
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