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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Sunshine Coast to Adelaide

Composite routes from Sunshine Coast to Adelaide

Cheapest
23 h 13 min
Car
2157 km.
from $118
Other
41 h 24 min
1658 km.
from $208.09
42 h 57 min
1656 km.
from $343.48
7 h 22 min
Train, Plane
1658 km.
from $202.96
43 h 30 min
Bus, Train
1658 km.
from $1346.71
3 d 47 min
1658 km.
from $2998.37

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Nambour station, platform 1 to Roma
Ave. Duration:
1h 52m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.57–$6.52
Train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Eagle
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.37–$4.89
Train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.70–$5.22

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:
$10.87–$29.35

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Central Station to Albury
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$50.00

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Maroochydore to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$14.13–$25.00
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$206.52
Bus from Central Station to Albury
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$52.17–$119.57

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Albury Station/Hume Hwy to 85
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.15–$40.22

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$92.39–$358.70
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$391.30

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$92.39–$358.70
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$391.30

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
5h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$445.65
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$380.43

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:
$41.30–$152.17

Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/indian-pacific/
Train from Sydney Central Station to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
25h 50m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$652.17–$2,391.30

Journey Beyond - The Overland

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/journeys/overland/
Train from Southern Cross to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
10h 25m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$65.22–$195.65

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Nambour station, platform 1 to Roma
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$3.37–$242.97

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2d 21h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,364.36–$3,357.93

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Sunshine Coast to Adelaide?

The cheapest way to get from Sunshine Coast to Adelaide is to train and fly which costs $119.57 - $271.74 and takes 7h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sunshine Coast to Adelaide?

The fastest way to get from Sunshine Coast to Adelaide is to fly which takes 4h 33m and costs $92.39 - $369.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Sunshine Coast and Adelaide?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunshine Coast to Adelaide. However, there are services departing from Maroochydore and arriving at 85 Franklin St via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane, Central Station and Albury Station/Hume Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 57m.

Is there a direct flight between Sunshine Coast and Adelaide?

Yes, there are direct flights between Sunshine Coast and Adelaide; these take 2h 45m and cost $92.39 - $358.70 .

How far is it from Sunshine Coast to Adelaide?

The distance between Sunshine Coast and Adelaide is 1685 km. The road distance is 2105.5 km.

How do I travel from Sunshine Coast to Adelaide without a car?

The best way to get from Sunshine Coast to Adelaide without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 41h 24m and costs $119.57 - $652.17 .

How long does it take to get from Sunshine Coast to Adelaide?

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Sunshine Coast to Adelaide, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunshine Coast to Adelaide bus from?

Sunshine Coast to Adelaide bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Maroochydore station.

Train, bus or fly from Sunshine Coast to Adelaide?

The best way to get from Sunshine Coast to Adelaide is to fly which takes 4h 33m and costs $92.39 - $369.57 . Alternatively, you can train via Sydney, which costs $119.57 - $652.17 and takes 41h 24m, you could also bus, which costs $141.30 - $391.30 and takes 42h 57m.

Where does the Sunshine Coast to Adelaide bus arrive?

Sunshine Coast to Adelaide bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

What is the time difference between Sunshine Coast and Adelaide?

Adelaide is 30 min ahead of Sunshine Coast. It is currently 09:23 in Sunshine Coast and 09:53 in Adelaide.

Can I drive from Sunshine Coast to Adelaide?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunshine Coast to Adelaide is 2106 km. It takes approximately 23h 16m to drive from Sunshine Coast to Adelaide.

Where can I stay near Adelaide?

There are 1089+ hotels available in Adelaide. Prices start at $56.07 per night.
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